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IB Physics HL D 1 8 Hl Gravitational Potential Questions

Practise IB Physics HL D.1.8 by solving gravitational-potential, graph and multi-body superposition problems.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • Define gravitational potential as work done per unit mass from infinity and use its negative sign consistently.
  • Use V = −GM/r and the relation V = −gr to compare potential at surfaces and heights.
  • Interpret potential graphs and superposed potentials around planets and multiple masses.

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Study D.1.8 (HL)—Gravitational potential conceptsOpen the corresponding Concept lesson for explanations, examples and exam connections.

IB Physics HL D 1 8 Hl Gravitational Potential Questions question 1

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Define gravitational potential at a point in a gravitational field.

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