What is a conservative force?
PhysicsClass 10CBSEAnswered 28 May 2026
Answer
A conservative force does work independent of the path taken only initial and final positions matter. Work done over a closed path is always zero.
Examples of Conservative Forces: Gravitational, electrostatic, spring force.
Non-conservative: Friction, air resistance (always dissipate energy as heat).
A conservative force does path-independent work and is associated with potential energy gravity and electrostatic force are the most common examples.
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