Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE)

Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE)

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Physics

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Energy stored because of gravity is called:

Back

Gravitational Potential Energy

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

At which point does the ball have the greatest gravitational potential energy (GPE)?

Back

The highest point (Point 1)

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula to calculate Gravitational Potential Energy?

Back

GPE = mgh (mass × gravity × height)

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Calculate the GPE of a 20kg medicine ball at a height of 4m.

Back

800 Joules

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the gravitational potential energy of an 85 kg mountain climber at the summit of a 6267 m volcano?

Back

5 326 950 J

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If the world record for pole vaulting is 6.15 m and the pole vaulter’s gravitational potential energy is 4942 J, what is his mass?

Back

80.4 kg

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'm' represent in the GPE formula?

Back

Mass of the object in kilograms.

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