Can the force of gravity cause any deformation to an object?

Which of the following correctly describes the early view of catastrophism?

An ideal spring has a spring constant (force constant) of 2500 n/m, is stretched 4.0 cm, how much elastic potential energy does it possess? (a) 3j (b) 0.00j (c) 1j (d) 2j (e) 4j

Connie has $660,000 she wants to save. if the fdic insurance limit per depositor, per bank, is $250,000, which of these way is distributing her money between three banks will guarantee that all of her money is insured ?