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AIIMS 2013 Physics Gravitational Potential MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Gravitational potential of the body of mass m at a height h from surface of earth of radius R is [Take g = acceleration due to gravity at earth's surface]

A

-mg(R + h)

B

-mg(R - h)

C

mg(R + h)

D

g(R - h)

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

If a point mass m is placed at a height h from surface of earth, the potential energy is calculated.

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