Work is accomplished when force is applied to an object: W = Fd where F is force in newtons (N) and d is distance in meters (m). Thus, the more force that must be applied to move an object, the more work is done and the farther an object is moved by exerting force, the more work is done.
What is work?
Force per unit distance |
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The movement of an object by a force |
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The potential for exertion |
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Force per unit time |