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Gravitational potential
V = −GM/r
Where: G = gravitational constant (N·m²/kg²), M = mass (kg), V = volume (m³) / potential difference (V), r = radius / distance (m)
Solved example
Given: G = 7, M = 5, r = 10
Find: V (volume (m³) / potential difference (V))
- Formula: V = -G·M/r
- Substitute the values: V = -5·7/10
- Result: V = -3.5 J/kg
Answer: V = -3.5 J/kg
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How to calculate Gravitational potential
- Write down the formula: V = −GM/r.
- Note the known values (G, M, r).
- Substitute them and simplify to find V.
- Use the calculator above to solve for any letter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for Gravitational potential?
The formula is V = −GM/r, where G = gravitational constant (N·m²/kg²), M = mass (kg), V = volume (m³) / potential difference (V), r = radius / distance (m).
What is Gravitational potential when G = 7, M = 5, r = 10?
V = -3.5 J/kg. Substitute the values into V = −GM/r and simplify.