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6.1 The Earth and the Solar System

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Question 54

A comet in the Solar System is at the point in its orbit where it is furthest from the Sun. Which row correctly describes its kinetic energy and gravitational potential energy at this point?

A

Kinetic energy: at its maximum; gravitational potential energy: at its maximum

B

Kinetic energy: at its maximum; gravitational potential energy: at its minimum

C

Kinetic energy: at its minimum; gravitational potential energy: at its maximum

D

Kinetic energy: at its minimum; gravitational potential energy: at its minimum

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6.1 The Earth and the Solar System Questions

  1. IGCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /6.1 The Earth and the Solar System

100 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 6.1 The Earth and the Solar System, covering 6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon, 6.1.1b Average orbital speed, 6.1.2a Contents of the Solar System, 6.1.2b Formation of the Solar System, 6.1.2c Gravitational field strength of a planet, and 6.1.2d Orbits and gravitational attraction. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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