A catapult converts potential energy stored in its tensioned arm or spring into kinetic energy as the projectile is launched. The potential energy is converted into kinetic energy as the arm is released, propelling the projectile forward.
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The energy in a catapult is stored as potential energy, specifically elastic potential energy. This energy is stored in the stretched material of the catapult, such as a spring or elastic band, ready to be converted into kinetic energy when the catapult is released.
The main energy transfer for a catapult is from the potential energy stored in the tension of the catapult arm or springs to the kinetic energy of the projectile as it is launched.
A stretched catapult contains potential energy, specifically elastic potential energy, which is stored within the stretched material of the catapult. When released, this potential energy is converted into kinetic energy as the catapult launches an object forward.
When a catapult is released, potential energy is converted into kinetic energy. The stored potential energy in the tension of the catapult's arm is released, propelling the object forward with kinetic energy.
A catapult has potential energy stored in its elastic materials or tension system. When the catapult is released, this potential energy is converted into kinetic energy, causing the projectile to launch forward.