A bouncing ball is a common object that demonstrates the principles of physics, particularly elasticity and gravity. When a ball is dropped, it falls due to the force of gravity, and upon hitting a surface, it compresses and then rebounds. The energy stored in the ball during compression is released, allowing it to bounce back up. The height to which a ball bounces depends on several factors, including its material, the surface it hits, and the height from which it is dropped. Different types of balls, such as a basketball or a tennis ball, exhibit varying bounce characteristics due to their design and construction.