Physics and mechanical fundamentals · Energy
Near-Earth gravitational potential energy
Calculate a change in gravitational potential energy near Earth’s surface for a height change.
Method and scope
ΔU = mgΔh using standard gravity 9.80665 m/s².
Use near-earth gravitational potential energy for educational calculation or a clearly scoped arithmetic estimate. Intended for Learners, General educational use.
Inputs- Mass — kg, g, lb
- Vertical height change — m, cm, ft
SOURCE AND LIMITS
Assumptions: The gravitational field is treated as uniform over the height change. The result is a potential-energy increase for a positive height change.
Limitations: Actual local gravitational acceleration varies with location and elevation.
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