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Q: Formula for gravitational potential energy is -
  • A. U=mgh₁ h₂
  • B. U=mgh
  • C. U=mhG
  • D. U=1/2 mv²
Correct Answer: Option B - The equation for gravitational potential energy is U = mgh, where m is the mass in kilograms, g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s² on Earth), and h is the height above the ground in meters
B. The equation for gravitational potential energy is U = mgh, where m is the mass in kilograms, g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s² on Earth), and h is the height above the ground in meters

Explanations:

The equation for gravitational potential energy is U = mgh, where m is the mass in kilograms, g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s² on Earth), and h is the height above the ground in meters