Gravitational Binding Energy Calculator
Calculate the energy holding an object together by gravity
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Formula
U = (3GM²)/(5R)
For a uniform density sphere. This is the energy needed to disperse the object to infinity.
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Formula Source: University Physics
by Young & Freedman
🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.