Physics Formula
Elastic Potential Energy Formula Formula
Calculates energy stored in a stretched or compressed elastic object.
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Formula Summary
Elastic Potential Energy Formula
Calculates energy stored in a stretched or compressed elastic object.
- Category
- Physics
- Equation
- PE = ½kx²
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Equation
PE = ½kx²
Variables
- PE = elastic potential energy
- k = spring constant
- x = displacement
How to Use This Formula
- Identify the known values from the problem statement.
- Convert all values into compatible units.
- Substitute the values into the equation and calculate the result.
- Check that the final answer has the correct unit and meaning.