Question
Physics Question on Gravitational Potential Energy
The gravitational potential energy of a body in the gravitational field of earth is minimum
A
on the surface of earth
B
below the surface of earth
C
at infinity
D
betw een infinity and surface of earth.
Answer
on the surface of earth
Explanation
Solution
Gravitational potential energy decreases continuously from infinity to surface of earth and again increases inside the earth so it is minimum at the surface of earth.