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== The distinction between ‘power’ and ‘energy’ == | == The distinction between ‘power’ and ‘energy’ == | ||
The important thing to stress is that in both cases, the ‘work done’ or ENERGY is the same – it being the product of the force (weight of the animal) measured in Newtons, and the distance travelled, measured in meters – regardless of speed. The units for ENERGY are Joules. | |||
POWER is the rate at which the ENERGY is converted. This is measured in Joules per second (Watts). | |||
== Representing Forces == | == Representing Forces == | ||
