The gravitational potential changes uniformly from −20 J kg−1 to − 40 J kg−1 as one moves along x-axis from x=−1 m to x=+1 m. Then select the correct statement(s) about gravitational field intensity at origin
see full answer
Your Exam Success, Personally Taken Care Of
1:1 expert mentors customize learning to your strength and weaknesses – so you score higher in school , IIT JEE and NEET entrance exams.
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya
a
The gravitational field intensity at x=0 must be equal to 10 N kg−1
b
The gravitational field intensity at x=0 may be equal to 10 N kg−1
c
The gravitational field intensity at x=0 may be greater than 10 N kg−1
d
The gravitational field intensity at x=0 must be less than 10 N kg−1
answer is Ŋ.
(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)
Best Courses for You
JEE
NEET
Foundation JEE
Foundation NEET
CBSE
Detailed Solution
E=−dVdr=--40--201--1=10NkgEquipotential surfaces need not be parallel to YZ planeThe direction of potential change with direction of movement of person. So it can be greater.