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What is the proper unit for gravitational potential energy?

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Its the Joule

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Answer:

The proper unit for gravitational potential energy is the joule (J). The equation for gravitational potential energy is U = mgh, where m is the mass of the object, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is the height of the object.

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