Topic 1: Introduction to Work, Energy & Power

Introduction to Work, Energy and Power

Work, Energy and Power are fundamental concepts in physics that describe how forces cause motion and how energy is transferred and used.

This chapter explains the relationship between force, displacement, energy and time, and forms the basis for understanding mechanical systems.

Work

In physics, work is said to be done when a force applied on a body produces a displacement in the direction of the force.

Energy

Energy is defined as the capacity of a body to do work. Different forms of energy exist, such as kinetic energy and potential energy.

Power

Power is the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred. It tells us how fast the work is performed.

Importance of This Chapter

  • Explains motion caused by forces
  • Used in machines, vehicles and daily life
  • High weightage chapter in MHT-CET

Main Topics Covered in This Chapter

  • Work and its types
  • Energy and forms of energy
  • Kinetic and potential energy
  • Work–Energy theorem
  • Law of conservation of energy
  • Power and its units
Q1. Work, energy and power are related to:
A) Force and motion
B) Heat only
C) Electricity only
D) Magnetism only

Answer: A


Q2. Energy is defined as:
A) Rate of doing work
B) Ability to do work
C) Force × distance
D) Power × time

Answer: B


Q3. Power is defined as:
A) Work done
B) Energy stored
C) Rate of doing work
D) Force applied

Answer: C


Q4. Work is said to be done when:
A) Force is applied but no displacement occurs
B) Displacement occurs without force
C) Force produces displacement
D) Object is at rest

Answer: C


Q5. Which of the following is NOT covered under work, energy and power?
A) Motion
B) Force
C) Time
D) Electric current

Answer: D

Chapter 3: Work, Energy & Power

Topic 1: Introduction – Quick Revision

1. Work

Work is done when a force applied on a body causes displacement in the direction of the force.

2. Energy

Energy is the capacity to do work.

3. Power

Power is the rate of doing work or transferring energy.

4. Importance

  • Explains mechanical systems
  • Used in machines and daily activities
  • Important for numerical problems in CET

Exam Focus (MHT-CET)

Basic definition-based MCQs are asked from this topic.


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