In which scenario does Newton's cradle have the most potential energy? A. Newton's cradle has the most potential energy right before it stops moving and all the kinetic energy has been converted to potential energy. B. Newton's cradle has the most potential energy when the end ball is lifted to its maximum height before being released. C. Newton's cradle has the most potential energy when the balls are moving back and forth. D. Newton's cradle has the most potential energy when the balls are at rest.

Biology · High School · Tue Nov 03 2020

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B. Newton's cradle has the most potential energy when the end ball is lifted to its maximum height before being released.


In this scenario, the end ball is at its highest position, and it has the maximum potential energy due to its elevated position in the Earth's gravitational field. When released, this potential energy is converted into kinetic energy as the ball starts to move downward and initiates the swinging motion in the Newton's cradle.

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