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What is a joule?

A. A form of nuclear energy

B. A unit of temperature

C. A unit of energy

D. The movement of heat

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A joule is defined as the amount of energy transferred to an object when a force of one newton acts on the object in the direction of its motion through a distance of one meter (1 newton meter or Nm)

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A joule is defined as the amount of energy transferred to an object when a force of one newton acts on the object in the direction of its motion through a distance of one meter (1 newton meter or Nm)

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