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Gravitation: Gravitational Potential MCQ

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Gravitational PotentialMediumQuestion 6257

Question

Gravitational potential inside uniform solid sphere at distance r < R from centre:
  1. A
    −GM/r
  2. B
    −GM/R
  3. C
    −GM(3R²−r²)/2R³
    Correct
  4. D
    Zero

Correct answer

−GM(3R²−r²)/2R³

Explanation

Inside solid sphere: V = −GM(3R²−r²)/(2R³) = −GM(3R²−r²)/2R³.