Potential Energy Calculator
Calculate gravitational potential energy using PE = mgh. Enter mass and height to find the stored energy.
How to Use the Potential Energy Calculator
- Enter the object's mass in kilograms.
- Enter the height above the reference point in meters.
- Click Calculate to find the gravitational potential energy.
Schnellreferenz
| Von | Nach |
|---|---|
| 1 kg at 1 m | 9.81 J |
| 70 kg person at 10 m | 6,865 J |
| 1000 kg at 50 m | 490,333 J |
| Water 1 m³ at 100 m | 980,665 J |
Anwendungsfälle
- •Calculating energy stored in elevated objects.
- •Hydroelectric dam energy estimations.
- •Physics problems on energy conservation.
Formel
PE = m × g × h, where PE is potential energy (J), m is mass (kg), g ≈ 9.807 m/s², and h is height (m).
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What is gravitational potential energy?
It is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, equal to mgh.
What value of g is used?
This calculator uses g = 9.80665 m/s², the standard acceleration due to gravity.
Is this calculator free?
Yes, all OhMyCalc calculators are completely free.