STANDARDPhysics-Work, Energy and Power
STANDARD Physics Potential Energy MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
The potential energy of a system increases if work is done
A
upon the system by a non conservative force
B
by the system against a conservative force
C
by the system against a non conservative force
D
upon the system by a conservative force.
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The potential energy of a system increases when work is done by the system against a conservative force. This is because conservative forces, like gravitational or elastic forces, store energy in the form of potential energy.
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