Combined Science GCSE
Elastic Potential Energy
What Elastic Potential Energy means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Elastic Potential Energy
The energy stored in an elastic object when work is done on it to change its shape.
Topics that use Elastic Potential Energy
- Forces and matter (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Hooke's Law
- Limit of Proportionality
- Elastic Deformation
- Inelastic (Plastic) Deformation
- Spring Constant (k)
Using Elastic Potential Energy in the exam
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