When do we say that work is
done

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Work is said to be done when force is applied on an object moves through a distance in the direction of application of force.

It is same as the product of force and displacement.

Work done = Force x Displacement

OR

W = F x S

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Q. When do we say work done ?

(a) When do we say that work is done? Write the formula for the work done by a body in moving up against gravity. Give the meaning of each symbol which occurs in it.

(b) How much work is done when a force of 2 N moves a body through a distance of 10 cm in the direction of force?

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When do we say that work is done

Work is said to be done when force is applied on an object moves through a distance in the direction of application of force. It is same as the product of force and displacement. Work done = Force x Displacement OR W = F x S

When do we say that work is
done

Work is said to be done when force is applied on an object moves through a distance in the direction of application of force.

It is same as the product of force and displacement.

Work done = Force x Displacement

OR

W = F x S