Gravitational Potential Energy

Definition

Gravitational potential energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its position in a gravitational field. It represents the work done to move the object from a reference point (usually at infinity) to its current position.

Related terms

Work: Work is defined as the transfer of energy that occurs when an object is moved against an opposing force.

Gravitational Field: A region in space where any mass experiences a force due to gravity.

Conservation of Energy: The principle stating that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or transformed between different forms.