What is the gravitational potential energy of a 2.5kg object that is 300m above the surface of the earth? g=10m/s

7350 J

Explanation:

Gravitational Potential Energy: This is defined as the energy possessed by a body due to it's position in the gravitational field. The S. I unit is Joules (J).

Applying,

E. p = mgh ... Equation 1

Where E. p = Gravitational potential Energy, m = mass of the object, h = height of the object above the surface of the earth, g = acceleration due to gravity.

Given: m = 2.5 kg, h = 300 m

Constant: g = 9.8 m/s²

Substitute these values into equation 1

E. p = 2.5 (300) (9.8)

E. p = 7350 J.