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If two bodies weighing 10 kg and 20 kg respectively are standing at the same point above the ground, which one of them has greater potential energy? i want step by step explanation​
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If two bodies weighing 10 kg and 20 kg respectively are standing at the

same point above the ground, which one of them has greater potential

energy?



i want step by step explanation​

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Answer:

potential energy = mgh , where m is mass of body , g is acceleration due to gravity and h is given height

since both of the body are at same height above the ground , so the body having greater mass will have more potential energy

that is 20 kg body will have higher P.E

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