Calculate gravitational potential energy instantly using mass, height, and gravity. Supports kg, g, lb and m, ft, cm. Shows formula, step-by-step calculation, and results in Joules, kJ, cal, and BTU. Pure client-side.
Potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field. The formula is PE = mgh, where m is mass in kilograms, g is gravitational acceleration (9.81 m/s² on Earth), and h is height in meters.
Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position relative to a reference point, typically height above the ground in a gravitational field.
Mass can be entered in kilograms (kg), grams (g), or pounds (lb). Height can be entered in meters (m), feet (ft), or centimeters (cm).
Yes! You can adjust the gravity value. Earth is 9.81 m/s², the Moon is 1.62 m/s², and Mars is 3.72 m/s².
The SI unit of potential energy is the Joule (J), which is equivalent to kg·m²/s².