Is Work and Energy the Same Thing?

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The calculation for translational kinetic energy (KE) is confirmed as correct, with the formula KE = 1/2 x Mass x Velocity^2 yielding a result of 31,250 Joules for a 25 kg object traveling at 50 m/s. It's emphasized that including units is crucial for meaningful results. In SI units, kinetic energy is measured in Joules, which are also used for work. The discussion clarifies that work and energy are fundamentally the same, differing only in their context. Understanding these concepts is essential for accurate physics calculations.
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Translational Kinetic Energy
KE= 1/2 x Mass x Velocity^2 ?

So if an object with a mass of 25 kg was traveling at 50 m/s it would have KE: 31250 ? [1/2 x 25 x (50^2)]= 31250

Is this right?

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That is correct. But don't forget the units of the answer,,otherwise it has no meaning.
 
lol thanks, what is the unit of kinectic energy ? lol
 
In the system of units of your problem (SI units), energy is measured in Joules.
 
Ah didn't know that, i thought joules were just work or energy not kinectic mechanical or potential, thanks
 
Work and energy are identical. One is just the sum of the other, between specified limits.
 
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