Gravitational potential energy change
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Estimate energy gained by raising a mass in uniform gravity.
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Enter your values and select Calculate to see the result and any available breakdown.
How to use this calculator
- Enter mass (kg). Use the unit shown beside the field.
- Enter gravitational acceleration (m/s²). Use the unit shown beside the field.
- Enter height increase (m). Use the unit shown beside the field.
- Select Calculate and review the result. Select Reset to restore the example inputs.
How the calculation works
Mass (kg)*Gravitational acceleration (m/s²)*Height increase (m)
Worked example
Mass (kg) = 10; Gravitational acceleration (m/s²) = 9.81; Height increase (m) = 2. Result: 196.2 J.
Understand your result
Estimate energy gained by raising a mass in uniform gravity. The result is expressed in J.
Assumptions and limitations
The entered gravitational acceleration is an approximation for your scenario. Results are rounded for display.
Questions about this tool
What does this tool calculate?
Estimate energy gained by raising a mass in uniform gravity.
What should I check before using the answer?
The entered gravitational acceleration is an approximation for your scenario.
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