What physical quantity is numerically equal to the area enclosed by a graph of force…
PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials
Problem
What physical quantity is numerically equal to the area enclosed by a graph of force F plotted against displacement x along the line of action of the force?
(a) ΔU (change in potential energy)
(b) τ (torque)
(c) W (work done)
(d) ΔK (change in kinetic energy)