Conservation of Mechanical Energy

Mechanical Energy

In this presentation, take a closer look at the relationship between work and energy in the context of the conservation of mechanical energy. You will be looking at some examples and modeling some situations using mechanical energy. You will want to have two cups handy and a place where you can fill them with water to model these mechanical energy situations. Click the player to begin.

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Mechanical Energy Practice

These practice problems will allow you to practice with the concepts of conservation of mechanical energy. Note, that the NCF stands for non conservative forces, which you have been introduced to in this lesson. Remember to keep your work well organized. Be sure to try each problem on your own prior to checking its solution, since this is not a graded exercise. After typing your answer in the space provided in each slide, click submit. Click the player button to get started.

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