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The formula for potential elastic energy E of spring is given by equation E = ½ kx2 Where x is the extension of the spring. What are the base unit of k?
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The formula for potential elastic energy E of spring is given by equation

E = ½ kx2
Where x is the extension of the spring. What are the base unit of k?

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E = 1/2 kx^2
Make k the subject of formula.
Find the base units of E and x.
Replace back in the equation and find the base units of k.

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The formula for potential elastic energy E of spring is given by equation E = ½ kx-example-1
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