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1.7.1a Energy stores and energy transfers

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Question 30

An object is thrown vertically upwards away from the Earth's surface (ignore air resistance). What happens to the gravitational potential energy and to the kinetic energy of the object as it rises?

A

Gravitational potential energy decreases; kinetic energy decreases

B

Gravitational potential energy decreases; kinetic energy increases

C

Gravitational potential energy increases; kinetic energy decreases

D

Gravitational potential energy increases; kinetic energy increases

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229 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 1.7.1a Energy stores and energy transfers. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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