Gravitational Potential Energy & Gravity Flashcards
1
Q
Gravity Definition
A
A force of attraction between 2 objects
2
Q
When we lift up an object against gravity what happens?
A
Since we are resisting against a force, it will require work or energy. This energy required will be transferred to the object’s Gravitational Potential Energy Stores
3
Q
GFS Equation
A
Ep = mgh
4
Q
Mass definition
A
An intrinsic property of an object measuring the amount of matter in an object
