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Work done (W)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Work done refers to the transfer of mechanical energy into or out of a system. It is measured in joules and can change the state or motion of an object.

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