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CHM 101 Thermochemistry II Objective Question
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What is gravitational potential energy?
Options
A Energy stored in chemical bonds
B Energy stored in the gravitational field, e.g., water at the top of a mountain
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C Energy from nuclear reactions
D Energy from moving electrons
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Gravitational potential energy (mgh) is the 'stored' energy held within the gravitational field, e.g., water at the top of a mountain.

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Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Thermochemistry II
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 770 of 1872
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