When a body falls freely towards the earth then its total energy a increases b decreases c remains c...

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Question

When a body falls freely towards the earth then its total energy a increases b decreases c remains constant d first increases and then decreases

Accepted Answer

The answer is c remains constant Explanation A body falling freely towards the earth possesses the same kinetic and potential energy and it follows the Law of conservation of energy hence its total energy remains constant

NCERT Exemplar Solutions Class 9 Science Solutions for Work and Energy - Exercise in Chapter 11 - Work and Energy