The discussion centers on the definition of work in physics, emphasizing that work is a mechanical transfer of energy, quantified in joules. Participants clarify that while work and energy share the same units, they represent different concepts: work is a process that changes energy, whereas energy is a stored property of a system. The conversation highlights the confusion surrounding these definitions, particularly in practical applications, such as lifting and moving objects. Ultimately, work is defined as energy exerted or expended on a system, reinforcing the distinction between energy as a static property and work as a dynamic process.
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A.T. said:"Doing work" is the process
"Work" is the amount of energy transferred in the process.