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IB Physics HL D.1.11 Gravitational Equipotentials Question Bank

Practise IB Physics HL D.1.11 by interpreting gravitational equipotential surfaces, field-line geometry and potential differences.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics HL
Level
HL

D.1.11 (HL)—Gravitational equipotentials question 1

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The diagram shows the gravitational field lines of planet X.

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The diagram shows part of the surface of planet X. The gravitational potential at the surface of planet X is -3 V and the gravitational potential at point Y is -V .

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Sketch on the grid the equipotential surface corresponding to a gravitational potential of -2 V.

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