Physics
Gravitational potential energy
Gravitational potential energy measures a system's capacity to perform work or cause change.
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Eₚ = mgh
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What it means
Gravitational potential energy measures a system's capacity to perform work or cause change.
How it works and where it is used
Use this calculation for energy balances of mechanisms, including work, power, kinetic, and potential energy.