5 Work-Energy Theorem and Law of Conservation of Energy

Description: Fundamentals of Physics (PHYS 200) The lecture begins with a review of the loop-the-loop problem. Professor Shankar then reviews basic terminology in relation to work, kinetic energy and potential energy. He then goes on to define the Work-Energy Theorem. Finally, the Law of Conservation of Energy is discussed and demonstrated with specific examples. Complete course materials are available at the Open Yale Courses website: open.yale.edu This course was recorded in Fall 2006.