Question

A 0.68 kg squirrel is resting on a branch 8 meters above the ground. What is the gravitational potential energy of a squirrel? A: 2.27 J. B :5.44 J. C :21.76 J. D :53.312 J

Answer 1

Answer:

The gravitational potential energy of a squirrel is 53.312 J.

Explanation:

We have,

Mass of a squirrel is 0.68 kg

It is placed at a height of 8 m above the ground.

It is required to find the gravitational potential energy of a squirrel. It is possessed by an object due to its position. Its formula is given by :

$E=mgh\\\\E=0.68\times 9.8\times 8\\\\E=53.312\ J$

So, the gravitational potential energy of a squirrel is 53.312 J.