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Work done(as a measure of energy)=force x distance. Use this equation to show that the SI base units of energy are kg m^2 s^-2

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Force [kgms^-2] = mass [kg] x acceleration [ms^-2]
Work = force x distance
Work = [kgms^-2] x [m]
Work = [kgm^2s^-2]
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