Energy stored because of gravity is called:
Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE)

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Gravitational Potential Energy
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At which point does the ball have the greatest gravitational potential energy (GPE)?
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The highest point (Point 1)
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What is the formula to calculate Gravitational Potential Energy?
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GPE = mgh (mass × gravity × height)
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Calculate the GPE of a 20kg medicine ball at a height of 4m.
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800 Joules
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What is the gravitational potential energy of an 85 kg mountain climber at the summit of a 6267 m volcano?
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5 326 950 J
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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?
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80.4 kg
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What does 'm' represent in the GPE formula?
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Mass of the object in kilograms.
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