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How does a physicist define work? a force applied for a certain length of time a force applied over a distance power applied for a certain length of time power applied to something over a distance

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Work, in physics, measure of energy transfer that occurs when an object is moved over a distance by an external force at least part of which is applied in the direction of the displacement. ... To express this concept mathematically, the work W is equal to the force f times the distance d, or W = fd.

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Definition of work in physics

  • A measure of energy expended in moving an object; most commonly, force times distance is work.
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