University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 7 - Potential Energy and Energy Conservation - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 228: Q7.13

Answer

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Work Step by Step

Rubbing your hands together causes friction to do negative work, transforming mechanical energy into other forms, such as thermal energy, heating up your hands. The source of this thermal energy is the chemical energy in your body – as you keep doing this, you become tired.
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