Gravitational potential energy Flashcards
1
Q
What is GPE
A
GPE is the energy stored by an object by its position above the ground.
2
Q
How do you find out the GPE
A
m x g x h
3
Q
What does m stand for and what is it measured in
A
Mass (kg)
4
Q
What does g stand for and what is it measured in
A
gravity (N/kg)
5
Q
What is the gravity of the earth
A
9.8 N/kg
6
Q
What does h stand for and what is it measured in
A
Height(m)
7
Q
How do you find out the m
A
E/gh
8
Q
How do you find out the h
A
E/gm
