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When an arrow is released from a bow, what energy transformation takes place?

Correct answer B. Elastic P.E. to K.E.

Explanation

Drawing the bow stores elastic potential energy in the bent limbs and string; on release this energy is converted into the kinetic energy of the arrow.

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