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Work and energy
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Work example problemsWork as area under curveIntroduction to work review
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Calculating work from force vs. position graphsGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
Calculating work done by a forceGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
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What is kinetic energy?Kinetic energy review
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Using the kinetic energy equationGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
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Work and the work-energy principleWork-energy theorem review
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Calculating change in kinetic energy from a forceGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
Velocity and mass from force vs. position graphsGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
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Conservative forcesGravitational potential energy and conservative forces review
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Finding change in gravitational potential energyGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
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Intro to springs and Hooke's lawPotential energy stored in a springSpring potential energy and Hooke's law review
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Calculating spring force Get 3 of 4 questions to level up!
Calculating elastic potential energyGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
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Law of conservation of energyLOL diagramsConservation of energy review
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Conservation of energy: Predict changes in energy Get 3 of 4 questions to level up!
Conservation of energy: Numerical calculationsGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
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PowerPower review
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Relating power and energyGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
About this unit
"Energy" is a word that's used a lot. Here, you'll learn about how it's one of the most useful concepts in physics. Along the way, we'll talk about work, kinetic energy, potential energy, conservation of energy, and mechanical advantage.AP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which has not reviewed this resource.