Gravitational Potential (spherical symmetry)
Description
Within a uniform spherical body of radius R and density ρ the gravitational force g inside the sphere varies linearly with distance r from the center, giving the gravitational potential inside the sphere. (r ≤ R)
Related formulasVariables
Vr | Potential spherical symmetry (J/kg) |
π | pi |
G | Newtonian constant of gravitation |
ρ | Density (kg/m3) |
r | Distance from the center (m) |
R | Radius of the sphere (m) |