gravitational potential energy

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, typically related to its height above the ground.

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Gravitational potential energy exists between ___________

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all objects with mass.

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At which point does a ball have the greatest gravitational potential energy?

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At the highest point (point a).

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Which point has the least amount of gravitational potential energy?

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Point C.

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Why does an object hit the ground with more force when it starts from a higher point?

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Because it has more gravitational potential energy.

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At what position does the rock have the greatest kinetic energy?

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At the lowest point (point C).

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What happens to gravitational potential energy as an object falls?

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It decreases as the object loses height.

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What is the formula for calculating gravitational potential energy?

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GPE = mass × gravitational acceleration × height (GPE = mgh).

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What is the unit of measurement for gravitational potential energy?

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Joules (J).

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How does mass affect gravitational potential energy?

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The greater the mass of an object, the greater its gravitational potential energy at a given height.

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