NEET Physics Gravitational Potential Energy MCQ Question
What is the gravitational potential energy at a distance (R_e + h) from the center of the Earth, considering gravitational potential energy at infinity to be zero?
E_P = -GmM/(R_e + h)
E_P = GmM/(R_e + h)
E_P = 0
E_P = GmM/R_e
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The gravitational potential energy at a distance (R_e + h) from the center of the Earth is given by the formula E_P = -GmM/(R_e + h), indicating that it is negative in value when considering potential energy at infinity to be zero.
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