What is another word for elastic energy?
Pronunciation: [ɪlˈastɪk ˈɛnəd͡ʒi] (IPA) 
Elastic energy, also known as potential energy of elastic deformation, is defined as the energy stored in an elastic material due to its deformation. This energy can be released when the material returns to its original shape. Synonyms for elastic energy include potential energy of stretching, energy of deformation, and strain energy. Elastic potential energy is also used to describe the energy stored in a stretched spring or compressed gas that can be released to do work. Another synonymous term is resilient energy, which refers to the capacity of a material to rebound to its original state after being deformed. In short, these terms all refer to the potential energy stored in an elastic material due to its deformation.
