Question

Define gravitational potential energy.

Answer 1

1. Gravitational potential energy is the potential energy held by an object because of its high position compared to a lower position.
2. Or, it is the energy obtained by an object due to the gravitational pull.
3. Consider two objects placed at different heights.
4. The object placed in a higher position has more gravitational energy than the object placed in a lower position.
5. Hence, gravitational potential energy is the energy due to the gravitational pull of an object.