$(a)$ How much work is done when a force of $1\, N$ moves a body through a distance of $1\, m$ in its direction?
$(b)$ Is it possible that a force is acting on a body but still the work done is zero? Explain giving one example.

Vedclass pdf generator app on play store
Vedclass iOS app on app store
(N/A) Work done is calculated by the formula $W = F \times s$. Given $F = 1\, N$ and $s = 1\, m$,the work done is $1\, N \times 1\, m = 1\, J$.
$(b)$ Yes,it is possible for the work done to be zero even if a force is acting on a body. This occurs when the force is applied at an angle of $90^{\circ}$ to the direction of displacement. Since $W = Fs \cos(\theta)$,if $\theta = 90^{\circ}$,then $\cos(90^{\circ}) = 0$,making the work done zero.
Example: When a satellite moves in a circular orbit around the Earth,the gravitational force acts towards the center of the Earth (perpendicular to the motion),while the displacement is along the tangent to the orbit. Thus,the work done by gravity on the satellite is zero.

Explore More

Similar Questions

$A$ person continues to push a heavy mass for some time but fails to move it. What is the work done by him?

State whether the following statement is true or false:
Work done by a force depends upon how fast work is done.

Name at least six forms of energy.

$A$ spring which has been kept compressed by tying its ends together is allowed to be dissolved in an acid. What happens to the potential energy of the spring?

What are the factors on which the work done depends?

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo