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A uniform chain ABC of mass m and length l overhangs a table with its two third part on the table.
What is the potential energy of chain-earth system assuming the base of the table as zero potential energy level?
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mgl18
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4mgl18
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Solution

The correct option is A mgl18
Mass of the hanging portion =ml×l3=m3
Center of mass of the hanging portion from the top of the level=l6
Work done= increase in potential energy =m3×g×l6=mgl18

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