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Work and heat are both forms of energy transfer, measured in joules (SI unit). While they have the same unit, they represent different processes - work is organized energy transfer via force, while heat is disorganized transfer due to temperature differences.

Power is defined as the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred. The formula is Power = Work/Time, measured in watts (joules per second). A higher power device does the same work faster.

This statement is the Law of Conservation of Energy (First Law of Thermodynamics). It states that in an isolated system, total energy remains constant - energy can only change forms (like potential to kinetic), not appear or disappear.

Work against gravity is W = mgh = 90 kg × 9.8 m/s² × 10 m = 8820 J. This is the gravitational potential energy gained. When lifting against gravity, work equals force (weight) times vertical distance.

Work done against friction is W = F × d = 67 N × 8 m = 536 J. The applied force must at least equal friction to maintain motion. This work becomes thermal energy dissipated as heat.

Work is defined as force applied through a displacement (distance). The formula W = F × d requires both a force component in the direction of motion and some displacement. No movement means zero work, regardless of force applied.

Energy is defined as the capacity or ability to do work. This fundamental concept means any object or system possessing energy can potentially exert forces and cause displacement. Different energy forms (kinetic, potential, thermal) all share this capacity to perform work.

Batteries convert stored chemical energy into electrical energy through electrochemical reactions. When the battery discharges, chemical reactions release electrons that flow as current, converting potential chemical energy into usable electrical energy for external circuits.

Rafflesia arnoldii is the world's largest flower, found in rainforests of Southeast Asia (mainly Borneo and Sumatra). It can grow up to 1 meter in diameter and weighs up to 11 kilograms. Lotus and rose are much smaller.

The liver is the largest gland in the human body (weighing about 1.5 kg) and also the largest internal organ. It performs over 500 functions including detoxification, protein synthesis, and bile production. Pancreas is a gland but much smaller.