Gravitational Potential Energy — the NEET Physics formula with its derivation, variables, validity constraints and worked solver.
Gravitational Potential Energy Valid for objects near the surface of a planet where the gravitational field is approximately constant. Work done by gravity W = F d Force of gravity F = mg Distance moved d = h (vertical displacement) Potential energy is defined as the negative of the work done by the conservative force: Delta U = -W g Height h must be significantly smaller than the radius of the planet. Reference frame is inertial. Believing potential energy is absolute; it depends on the choice of the zero-reference height (datum). Confusing height with distance traveled along a slope.