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An object's gravitational potential energy is dependent on the object's mass, the strength of its gravitational field, and which of the following:

A. the shape of the object
B. the temperature of the object
C. the velocity of the object
D. the height of the object

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The correct answer is D. the height of the object.

Gravitational potential energy (GPE) is calculated using the formula:

\[ \text{GPE} = mgh \]

where \( m \) is the mass of the object, \( g \) is the acceleration due to gravity (the strength of the gravitational field), and \( h \) is the height of the object above a reference point. The shape, temperature, and velocity of the object do not directly affect its gravitational potential energy.

are you sure this is correct

Yes, I am sure. The formula for gravitational potential energy (GPE) is indeed:

\[ \text{GPE} = mgh \]

In this formula:

  • \( m \) is the mass of the object,
  • \( g \) is the acceleration due to gravity (which is constant for a given location),
  • \( h \) is the height of the object above a reference point.

Thus, the gravitational potential energy depends on the mass of the object, the strength of the gravitational field, and the height of the object above the reference point. The shape of the object, its temperature, and its velocity do not directly influence its gravitational potential energy.

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