Let V and E denote the gravitational potential and gravitational field at a point. It is possible to have:

(a) V = 0 and E = 0

(b) V = 0 and E ≠ 0

(c) V ≠ 0 and E = 0

(d) V ≠ 0 and E ≠ 0

Choose the correct option:

1. (a) and (b)

2. (b) and (c)

3. (c) and (d)

4. All of these

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Inside a uniform spherical shell:

(a) the gravitational potential is zero.
(b) the gravitational field is zero.
(c) the gravitational potential is the same everywhere.
(d) the gravitational field is the same everywhere.
 

Choose the correct option:

1. (a), (b) and (c)
2. (b), (c) and (d)
3. (a) and (b)
4. (b) and (c)
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A uniform spherical shell gradually shrinks maintaining its shape. The gravitational potential at the centre

1. increases

2. decreases

3. remains constant

4. oscillates

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