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Conservation of energy

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What you'll learn

Energy stores, transfers and efficiency.

Key ideas

  • Energy stores and transfers; conservation of energy.
  • GPE = mgh, kinetic energy, efficiency.

Exam tips

  • Efficiency = useful output ÷ total input.
  • Distinguish stores from transfers.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing energy and power.
  • Forgetting wasted energy is usually heat.
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