Potential Energy Calculator
Estimate gravitational potential energy by entering mass, height, and gravitational acceleration.
Earth standard gravity is 9.80665 m/s^2.
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How potential energy is calculated
Gravitational potential energy equals mass * gravitational acceleration * height (PE = m * g * h).
Use kilograms for mass and meters for height to get joules (J). If you use other units, convert them before calculating.
Gravity changes depending on location. Earth standard gravity is 9.80665 m/s^2, while the Moon and Mars have lower values.