Directions: Solve for the Gravitational Potential Energy of Ball A, B and C. Now, look at the illustration below and study the calculation of their gravitational potential energies. Ball A and B have the same mass (3kg). Ball A and C have the same height (4m). 2kg 3kg 3kg 4m 4m 2m Figure 5 Ball at different heights above ground level (Flexible Open and Distance Education Papua New Guinea)

Directions: Solve for the Gravitational Potential Energy of Ball A, B and C. Now, look at the illustration below and study the calculation of their gravitational potential energies. Ball A and B have the same mass (3kg). Ball A and C have the same height (4m). 2kg 3kg 3kg 4m 4m 2m Figure 5 Ball at different heights above ground level (Flexible Open and Distance Education Papua New Guinea)

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

1st Edition

ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter8: Conservation Of Energy

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 21PQ

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