Work done and friction problem

In summary, the work done to overcome friction while moving the object 24 m is -888 J or 360 J. This includes the work done by the applied 52 N force and the work done by the friction force. To find the work done to overcome friction, you would use the formula -w = fd, where f is the friction force and d is the distance the object moves.
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Brittykitty
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A force of 52 N is applied to a 12 kg mass resting on a bench where the force of sliding friction is 15 N. The work done in overcoming friction while moving the object 24 m is


w=fd
w=(37N)(24m)
w=888J


Does this procedure seem correct ? :) Thank you!
 
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No. You have calculated the net force and net (total) work done on the object. The total work done on the object includes the work done by the applied 52 N force, and the work done by the friction force. The work done to overcome friction is the work necessary to keep the object moving at constant velocity.
 
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What formula would I use to find the work done to overcome friction? I sort of understand but am still a bit confused
 
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The work done to overcome friction while moving the block 24 m is the negative of the work done by friction while moving the block 24 m.
 
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So it would be -888J?
 
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24m*15N=360?
 
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Brittykitty said:
24m*15N=360?
360 J, yes.
 

What is work done and how is it calculated?

Work done is the measure of the energy transfer that occurs when a force is applied over a certain distance. It is calculated by multiplying the magnitude of the force by the distance moved in the direction of the force.

What is the relationship between work done and friction?

Friction is a force that opposes motion and reduces the amount of work done. The greater the friction, the more work is required to overcome it. Therefore, work done is directly proportional to the force of friction.

How does the coefficient of friction affect work done?

The coefficient of friction is a measure of the amount of friction between two surfaces. The higher the coefficient of friction, the more work is required to overcome the friction between the two surfaces.

Can work done be negative in a friction problem?

Yes, work done can be negative in a friction problem. This occurs when the applied force is in the opposite direction of the motion, meaning that the object is losing energy and work is being done against the force of friction.

What are some real-life examples of work done and friction?

Examples of work done and friction can be seen in everyday activities such as pushing a heavy object, walking on a rough surface, or riding a bike. In each of these cases, work is done to overcome the force of friction between surfaces.

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