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Energy, Work and Power Instructional VideoEnergy, Work and Power Instructional Video
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Bozeman Science
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9th - 12th
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3:33
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Energy, Work and Power

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Develop an understanding of the relationship between energy, work, and power. The video instructor explains the meaning of each and describes how they work together. He then provides an example that applies the formulas for both work and power. This is the ninth video in the series of 15 lessons.

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Concepts

energy, work, power, force, distance

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Create a note taking guide for learners to complete as they watch the video
  • Provide your classes with an opportunity to practice work and power problems after watching the video

Classroom Considerations

  • Pupils should be able to use formulas and solve simple equations
  • The ninth video in the series of 15 lessons

Pros

  • Explains the concepts thoroughly 
  • Example allows class to make a comparison between work and power calculations

Cons

  • None

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