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As you lift a book into the air, what kind of energy are you increasing in the book?

A. Nuclear energy
B. Thermal energy
C. Gravitational potential energy
D. Elastic energy

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Gravitational potential energy.


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As you lift a book into the air Gravitational potential energy will increase in the book.

Answer: Option C

Step-by-step explanation:

Gravitational potential is referred as the energy spent to move the mass from one point to another. The formula is m * g * h. When a book is lifted, there is a change in position, therefore the gravitational potential energy used is increased because the gravitational force is acting upon the object (i.e) the book. Option A,B, and D are invalid in this situation.

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