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UNIT 2: ENERGY, WORK, AND POWER

Chapter 4: Energy, Work, Heat, Power

4.4 The Law of Conservation of Energy and Efficience
4.5 Thermal Energy and Heat
Chapter 4 Review

 

 

4.4 The Law of Conservation of Energy and Efficience

Functionality of Poles   Page (146, #11 )

From the pages of Speed and Fitness Inc., this page is a discussion of the effects of different materials on the functionality of poles for pole-vaulters. The discussion covers topics such as the length, weight, material (flex) and technique as they impact on the ability of a pole-vaulter to complete a jump.

 

4.5 Thermal Energy and Heat

Infrared Photography   Page (153, #9 )

From the corporate pages of CoCam of the UK. This page answers many of the questions related to the uses and reliability of infrared photography.

Forensic Investigation   Page (153, #9 )

From the Wisconsin Association for Identification, a series of tips on Forensic Investigation of various scenes. The June 2000 tip describes techniques and methods for investigating car accidents.

 

Chapter 4 Review

Bodies in Motion: Limitations to Human Performance   Page (159, #35 )

From the University of Washington, this page discusses the relationship between muscle power and the observed results in a sport. A detailed and technical discussion with calculations and charts.

The Science of Cycling   Page (159, #35 )

From the pages of the Exploratorium, this site takes a detailed look at the physics of cycling including the role of materials, design and rider skills in the sport.