Gravitational potential energy Calculator

Free gravitational potential energy calculator to calculate gravitational potential energy. Instant results in your browser — no signup.

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Mass (kg)
Height (m)
Gravity g (m/s²)

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Inputs

Mass (kg)

Height (m)

Gravity g (m/s²)

Optional

Results update when you click Calculate.

Potential energy

196.0000 J

PE = mgh = 2.0000 × 9.8000 × 10.0000 = 196.0000 J

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What this result means

Free gravitational potential energy calculator to calculate gravitational potential energy. Instant results in your browser — no signup. PE = mgh (joules), g ≈ 9.8 m/s² on Earth.

Assumptions

Rule dependency: Universal formula.
Optional fields use sensible defaults when left blank.

Formula

PE = mgh (joules), g ≈ 9.8 m/s² on Earth.

Example

2 kg raised 10 m → 196 J.

Frequently asked questions

Reference level?+

PE is relative to h = 0 at your chosen reference.