Practice Gravitational Potential Energy - A.3.3 | Theme A: Space, Time, and Motion | IB Grade 12 Diploma Programme Physics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the formula for calculating gravitational potential energy?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how mass, height, and gravity relate to energy.

Question 2

Easy

If a 5 kg object is at a height of 3 m, what is its potential energy?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Use the formula and plug in the values.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is gravitational potential energy dependent on?

  • Mass
  • Height
  • Gravity
  • All of the above

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about each part of the formula Ep = mgh.

Question 2

True or False: Gravitational potential energy is only affected by the height of the object.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the formula Ep = mgh.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A 75 kg person climbs a 15 m tall ladder. How much gravitational potential energy have they gained?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember to substitute mass and height into the formula.

Question 2

If two identical objects are dropped from the same height, but one is twice as heavy as the other, which object hits the ground with more energy? Explain your reasoning.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how mass affects potential energy in the equation.

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