Height (h)
Definition
Height refers to how high or tall something is measured from its base or reference point.
Analogy
Picture yourself climbing up stairs in your house. The height would be equivalent to counting how many steps you need to climb from bottom to top.
Related terms
Displacement: Displacement measures how far out of place an object has moved from its original position, taking into account both distance and direction.
Potential Energy: Potential energy is the stored energy an object possesses due to its position or condition. Height plays a role in determining potential energy.
Kinetic Energy: Kinetic energy is the energy of motion possessed by an object. The height from which an object falls can affect its kinetic energy.
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