Potential Energy Formula
The energy possessed by an object due to its position in a gravitational field.
Formula
PE = mgh
Discipline: Mechanics. Result unit: J.
Variables and units
- PE — Potential Energy (J): Gravitational potential energy
- m — Mass (kg): Mass of the object
- g — Gravity (m/s²): Gravitational acceleration
- h — Height (m): Height above reference point