Work
The force being applied to a machine.
What is input force?
Add its kinetic and potential energies.
How would you calculate an object's mechanical energy?
This is the unit for work.
What is a Joule?
The force applied by a machine.
What is output force?
Change the amount of force you exert or the distance over which you exert the force.
What do machines do?
Energy stored in a chemical bonds.
What is Chemical Potential Energy?
A wedge moves to do work, while an inclined plane stays still to do work.
The difference between a wedge and an inclined plane.
Rubbing your hands together on a cold day to stay warm.
What is an example of mechanical energy into thermal energy?