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In summary, the two concepts discussed are work done and center of mass. Work done can be defined as the transfer of energy that occurs when a force acts on an object and causes it to move a certain distance in the direction of the force. The work-kinetic energy theorem states that the work done on an object is equal to the change in its kinetic energy. The center of mass of a system of masses is the point at which the entire mass of the system can be considered to be concentrated. This can be calculated by taking the average of the positions of all the masses, weighted by their respective masses. The equation for finding the center of mass can be derived from this definition. Good sources for learning more about these concepts are the
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Two concepts whose definitions are unclear to me:

1) Provide a fundamental operational definition for work done. From this definition, prove or provide a link or explain the work-kinetic energy theorem.

2) Provide a fundamental operational definition for the center of mass of a system of masses.
From this definition, prove (if applicable) the equation for finding the center of mass or provide a link that proves said equation.

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Bipolarity said:
Two concepts whose definitions are unclear to me:

1) Provide a fundamental operational definition for work done. From this definition, prove or provide a link or explain the work-kinetic energy theorem.

2) Provide a fundamental operational definition for the center of mass of a system of masses.
From this definition, prove (if applicable) the equation for finding the center of mass or provide a link that proves said equation.

Thanks.

hyperphysics is a good source for introductory theory:

work/energy:
http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/work.html

center of mass:
http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/cm.html

(note the condition "in a uniform field")
 

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