Question

When an arrow is shot from a bow, it has kinetic energy in it. This kinetic energy is acquired from

• A. The gravitational potential energy of the bow
• B. The elastic potential energy of the stretched bow
• C. The inherent mass energy of the arrow
• D. The mass energy of the stretched bow

Answer 1

The correct option is B

The elastic potential energy of the stretched bow

Before shooting, the bow has elastic potential energy due to its stretched position. This elastic potential energy of the bow is converted into kinetic energy when the arrow is shot from the bow.