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Published on: September 12, 2026
A particle of mass m is projected upwards with velocity v = 
, where v e is the escape velocity then at the maximum height the potential energy of the particle is: (R is radius of earth and M is mass of earth)
A
B
C
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
When only conservative forces are acting, mechanical energy is conserved and at maximum
height speed is zero.
= U + 0
U = 
= 
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