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elastic potential energy
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elastic potential energy

Energy stored in an object when it is deformed or changes its configuration. For example, by stretching a rubber band or compressing a spring, energy is stored in the band or spring. By releasing the stretched band or compressed spring, the elastic potential energy is converted to kinetic (motion) energy.



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