When a metal wire elongates by hanging a load on it, the gravitational potential energy decreases.

1. This energy completely appears as the increased kinetic energy of the block.
2. This energy completely appears as the increased elastic potential energy of the wire.
3. This energy completely appears as heat.
4. None of the above.
Subtopic:  Potential energy of wire |
From NCERT
To view explanation, please take trial in the course.
NEET 2026 - Target Batch - Vital
Hints
To view explanation, please take trial in the course.
NEET 2026 - Target Batch - Vital