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  • Gravitational Potential Energy of a Projectile: Maximum Height Explained
    Gravitational potential energy is maximum at the highest point of the ball's trajectory. Here's why:

    * Gravitational Potential Energy: This is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field. The higher the object, the more potential energy it has.

    * Ball's Trajectory: When the ball is thrown upwards, it slows down due to gravity. As it slows down, its kinetic energy (energy of motion) is converted into potential energy.

    * Highest Point: At the highest point, the ball momentarily stops moving upwards. This means its kinetic energy is zero, and all the energy has been transformed into potential energy.

    Therefore, the ball has its maximum gravitational potential energy at the highest point of its flight.

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