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4 October, 12:55

A 2.74 g coin, which has zero potential energy at the surface, is dropped into a 12.2 m well. After the coin comes to a stop in the mud, what is its potential energy with respect to the surface?

A. 0.544 J

B. - 0.328 J

C. 0.356 J

D. - 0.165 J

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  1. 4 October, 16:51
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    B. - 0.328

    Explanation

    Potential Energy: This is the energy of a body due to position.

    The S. I unit of potential energy is Joules (J).

    It can be expressed mathematically as

    Ep = mgh ... Equation 1

    Where Ep = potential energy, m = mass of the coin, h = height, g = acceleration due to gravity,

    Given: m = 2.74 g = 0.00274 kg, h = 12.2 m, g = 9.8 m/s²

    Substituting these values into equation 1

    Ep = 0.00274*12.2*9.8

    Ep = 0.328 J.

    Note: Since the potential energy at the surface is zero, the potential Energy with respect to the surface = - 0.328 J

    The right option is B. - 0.328
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