Answer:
2.1J
Explanation:
Given parameters:
Spring constant = 128N/m
Compression = 0.18m
Unknown:
Potential energy of the spring = ?
Solution
The potential energy of the spring is the elastic potential energy within the spring.
To solve this;
Elastic potential energy = [tex]\frac{1}{2}[/tex] k e²
k is the spring constant
e is the compression
Now;
Elastic potential energy = [tex]\frac{1}{2}[/tex] x 128 x 0.18² = 2.1J
