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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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So the Flybar stores about four times the amount of elastic potential energy as the low-going pogo can.
Sproiiing! by Barrow, Karen / Science World
When Pierce tugs on his long lobes, the skin builds up elastic potential energy (stored energy due to being stretched).
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