Gravitational potential energy
Constant-gravity approximation with height relative to a chosen datum; height may be negative.
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Constant-gravity approximation with height relative to a chosen datum; height may be negative.
Worked example
Inputs
- Mass (kg): 10
- Height (m): 2
- Gravity (m/s²): 9.80665
Results
- Potential energy: 196.133 J
Constant-gravity approximation with height relative to a chosen datum; height may be negative.
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Constant-gravity approximation with height relative to a chosen datum; height may be negative.
BEHIND THE NUMBERSFormula & assumptions
E=mgh
Constant-gravity approximation with height relative to a chosen datum; height may be negative.