a)
Answer: 0.91 m
Explanation:
We know that,
P.E. = m g h
Where,
P.E = Potential energy
m = Mass of the object
g = acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s²)
It is given that, m = 1.5 kg
P.E. = 13.44 J
⇒ 13.44 = 1.5 kg × 9.8 m/s² × h
⇒ h = 0.91 m
Hence, apple sits om 0.91 m tall counter.
b)
Answer: 216 J
Explanation:
P.E. = m g h
Weight, mg = 120 N ( given)
height, h = 1.8 m ( given)
The energy possessed by the suitcase is due to virtue of its position (gravitational potential energy)
P.E. = 120 N × 1.8 m = 216 J
Hence, the energy possessed by the suitcase sitting on the counter is 216 J.
