When a body falls freely towards the earth, then its total energy

Increases

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Decreases

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Remains constant

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

First increases and then decreases

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is C Remains constant
The total energy of the body remains constant. The potential energy of the body gets converted into the kinetic energy of the body but the total energy remains constant.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

When an apple falls freely from the tree towards the ground, then its total mechanical energy _________.

Join BYJU'S Learning Program