Power (P) = Force (F) x Velocity (v)
Where:
* Power (P) is the rate at which work is done, measured in watts (W).
* Force (F) is the push or pull applied to an object, measured in newtons (N).
* Velocity (v) is the rate of change of displacement, measured in meters per second (m/s).
Explanation:
Power is defined as the work done per unit time. Work is done when a force causes a displacement. Therefore, power is the product of force and velocity because velocity is the displacement per unit time.
Example:
If a force of 10 N is applied to an object moving at a velocity of 5 m/s, the power is:
* P = F x v = 10 N x 5 m/s = 50 W
This means that the object is being worked on at a rate of 50 joules per second.