Question

Think of the term that fits into or defines the given statement and fill in the given boxes with the correct spellings of that term.

The energy possessed by a body by virtue of its ___________ is called elastic __________ energy.

• A. configuration
• B. potential

Answer 1

1. The energy stored in a resting body is called potential energy.
2. For example, a compressed spring, a stretched bow, etc.
3. Elastic potential energy is a type of potential energy.
4. It is the energy stored in a stretched elastic object.
5. When the elastic object is released, the elastic potential energy converts into kinetic energy and sets the object in motion.

Hence, the energy possessed by a body by its configuration is called elastic potential energy.