Work Done

Work is done when a force causes an object to move a distance. Work can be calculated with the following equation. Work is measured in Joules (or newton-metres).

Equation

\[ W = Fs \]

Where:

• \(W\) is the work done, in Joules (\(J\))
• \(F\) is the force, in Newtons (\(N\))
• \(s\) is the distance, in metres (\(m\))

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