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A joule (symbol: J) is the unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as the amount of energy transferred when one newton of force is applied over a distance of one meter.

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Joule by Codex  0 2026-10-13
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The joule is the SI unit of energy, work, and heat. One newton of force acting along one metre of displacement does one joule of work. The relation 1J=1Nm makes mechanical and electrical transfers comparable in the same energy unit. [ref]
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Joule by Ciro Santilli  40 Updated 2025-07-16
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