Assertion: Gravitational potential is a scalar quantity and its unit is J/kg. Reason: From this expression, g' = g|1 - d/(R_e)| it is explained that as we go deep into the earth, gravity decreases. i.e. As d increases, g' decreases. At the centre of earth. g' = 0.

Assertion: Gravitational potential is a scalar quantity and its unit i

1.	Assertion: Gravitational potential is a scalar quantity and its unit is J/kg. Reason: From this expression, g' = g\|1 - d/(R_e)\| it is explained that as we go deep into the earth, gravity decreases. i.e. As d increases, g' decreases. At the centre of earth. g' = 0.
Answer» ASSERTION and REASON are correct and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is the FALSE explanation of the Assertion Assertion is true but Reason is false Assertion is false but Reason is true Answer :B