Chapter 8, Problem 8.77E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of energy that is created when a crane at a building site lifts a beam to its top height is to be stated.

Concept Introduction:

Potential energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its position or height. It is also known as stored energy. It is given by the expression,

$\text{P}\text{.E}=mgh$

Where,

• $m$ is the mass of the body

• $h$ is the height.

• $g$ is the gravity.