Advanced Interactive Mass Calculator
Theory & Formulas: Mass
Mass (m) is a fundamental property of matter, representing its resistance to acceleration (inertia) and the strength of its gravitational attraction to other bodies. It's a scalar quantity.
- The standard SI unit of mass is the Kilogram (kg).
Mass can be calculated from various physical relationships:
- From Newton's Second Law: If a net force (F) acts on an object and produces an acceleration (a), the mass (m) can be found.
m = F / a
- From Density and Volume: Density (ρ) is mass per unit volume (V).
m = ρ × V
- From Kinetic Energy: Kinetic Energy (KE) is the energy of motion. If an object has KE and velocity (v), its mass can be determined.
m = 2KE / v²
- From Gravitational Potential Energy: Gravitational Potential Energy (PE) is energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field.
m = PE / (g × h)
(Where g is acceleration due to gravity and h is height.)
How to Use:
- Select Formula: Choose the method for calculating mass from the "Select Mass Calculation Method" dropdown.
- Enter Known Values: Input the required values for the selected formula in the fields that appear. Ensure you use standard SI units as indicated (e.g., Newtons for Force, m/s² for Acceleration, kg/m³ for Density, m³ for Volume, Joules for Energy, m/s for Velocity, m for Height).
- Calculate: Click the "Calculate Mass" button.
- View Result: The calculated Mass (in kilograms), along with the formula used, will be displayed.
- Copy & Log: Use the "Copy Result" button and review the Action Log for input details and calculation steps.
For calculations involving 'g' (acceleration due to gravity), it defaults to 9.81 m/s² if not explicitly entered.
Calculation Result:
Calculated Mass (m):
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Action Log:
Calculator initialized. Select a calculation method to begin.