that when the spring is released, it will propel the ball into the air. The device is set up on a table one
meter above the floor. Which components make up the initial energy of the system? (1 point)
spring potential energy and kinetic energy
gravitational potential energy only
spring potential energy and gravitational potential energy
kinetic energy, spring potential energy, and gravitational potential energy
1 answer
The initial energy of the system when the spring is compressed and ready to release the ball includes both the energy stored in the spring and the gravitational potential energy due to its height above the floor. Therefore, the correct answer is:
spring potential energy and gravitational potential energy.
