Advanced Science Primary 6 Energy

A ball is thrown vertically upwards into the air. At which point is the gravitational potential energy the HIGHEST?

A Just as it leaves the hand
B Just before it hits the ground
C At its highest point before falling
D Halfway through the climb
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Step 1: Gravitational potential energy (GPE) depends on the height of the object. Step 2: As the ball rises, kinetic energy is converted to GPE. Step 3: At the maximum height, the ball is at its furthest from the ground, so GPE is at its maximum.

Correct answer: At its highest point before falling

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