A body of mass ‘m’ is taken from the earth’s surface to the height equal to twice the radius (R) of the earth. The change in potential energy of body will be –
A body of mass ‘m’ is taken from the earth’s surface to the height equal to twice the radius (R) of the earth. The change in potential energy of body will be –

Option A 1/3 mgR
Option B mg2R
Option C 2/3 mgR
Option D 3 mgR

Solution:

The correct option is Option C.