In a Newton's Cradle, when the marbles are pulled back and released, the potential energy stored in the elevated marble is converted into kinetic energy as it swings downwards. Upon collision with the stationary marbles, the kinetic energy from the moving marble is transferred to the adjacent stationary marble(s), causing them to swing outward. This transfer of energy continues, with the first marble losing energy and coming to a stop while the last marble on the opposite end swings up. Lastly, as the last marble reaches its peak height, the kinetic energy is converted back into potential energy, completing the cycle.
When a Newton’s Cradle with three marbles is pulled back and released, a collision happens between the marbles causing a cycle of repeated motion. This transfer of energy will last for several cycles. In three to five sentences, list out all of the energy transfers that occur in one cycle.(4 points)
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