Forces & Elasticity (AQA GCSE Physics): Flashcards

Stretching that occurs when force is applied to a spring

Direct (proportional) relationship

$F = ke$

How stiff the spring is

Total stretched length - original length

$E_s = \frac{1}{2}ke^2$

$k = \frac{F}{e}$

Spring following Hooke's law

Spring constant

Energy stored in the spring

Spring stops following Hooke's law

Newtons (N)

Metres (m)