Calculate Work Done by 12.6V Battery Supplying 2.0A for 10min

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In summary, the work done by a battery can be calculated by multiplying the voltage (V) by the current (A) and the time (t) that the battery supplies that current. The unit of measurement for work done is joules (J), which is a combination of volts (V) and amperes (A). To convert minutes to seconds, you multiply the number of minutes by 60. In this case, 10 minutes would be equal to 600 seconds. 12.6V is the voltage of the battery, which represents the potential energy per unit charge and is a necessary component in calculating the work done by the battery. This equation can be used for any type of battery, but the amount of work done
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Homework Statement



A 12.6 V battery supplies a 2.0 A current for 10 minutes. What is the work done by the battery during this process?

Homework Equations



I=q/t

The Attempt at a Solution



I'm really drawing a blank on how this connects to work.
 
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The work would be the same as the electrical energy the battery outputs.

What does the product of voltage and time give?
 

FAQ: Calculate Work Done by 12.6V Battery Supplying 2.0A for 10min

How do you calculate work done by a battery?

The work done by a battery can be calculated by multiplying the voltage (V) by the current (A) and the time (t) that the battery supplies that current. It can be represented by the equation W = V x A x t.

What is the unit of measurement for work done?

The unit of measurement for work done is joules (J), which is a combination of volts (V) and amperes (A).

How do you convert minutes to seconds?

To convert minutes to seconds, you multiply the number of minutes by 60. In this case, 10 minutes would be equal to 600 seconds.

What is the significance of 12.6V in the equation?

12.6V is the voltage of the battery, which represents the potential energy per unit charge. It is a necessary component in calculating the work done by the battery as it determines the amount of energy that the battery can supply.

Can this equation be used for different battery types?

Yes, this equation can be used for any type of battery as long as the voltage and current values are known. However, it is important to note that different types of batteries have different voltages and capacities, so the amount of work done may vary.

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