In the following video Paul Andersen explains how the work is a product of the external force applied to an object or system and the distance it moves. Power is a measure of the amount of work done per unit time. [6:45]

This video focuses on Work, Energy, and Power. When you hear the word, "Work," what is the first thing you think of? Maybe sitting at a desk? Maybe plowing a field? Maybe working out? Work is a word that has a little bit of a different...

Mr. Andersen defines the terms energy, work, and power. He also uses a simple example to calculate both work and power. [3:34]