Conservative forces (like gravity or spring force) conserve mechanical energy and do not depend on the path taken. The work done by the conservative forces is recoverable. Non-conservative forces (like friction or air resistance) dissipate energy as heat or sound. It depends on the path. When non-conservative forces act, mechanical energy is not conserved.
<p><strong>Conservative forces</strong> (like gravity or spring force) conserve mechanical energy and do not depend on the path taken. The work done by the conservative forces is recoverable.<br><strong>Non-conservative forces</strong> (like friction or air resistance) dissipate energy as heat or sound. It depends on the path. When non-conservative forces act, mechanical energy is not conserved.</p>
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