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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
Last updated: Apr 18, 2026
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About this calculator
The height fall calculator helps to calculate the height of an object that fell, considering the acceleration of gravity and the time of fall. To use this calculator, you need to know the time of fall of the object or the acceleration of gravity, which is 9.8 meters per second squared on Earth.
The formula used by the calculator is h = ½gt², where h is the height of the object, g is the acceleration of gravity and t is the time of fall. Keep in mind that this calculator is a useful tool for applied physics problems, such as calculating the height of a roller coaster or the distance of an object that was thrown.
Remember that the height fall calculator assumes that the object falls in an environment without resistance, such as air. Therefore, it is essential to consider the real conditions of the environment in which the object is falling.
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceleration of gravity?
The acceleration of gravity is the rate of change of speed of an object that is falling. On the planet Earth, the acceleration of gravity is 9.8 meters per second squared.
Why does the calculator assume that the object falls in an environment without resistance?
The calculator assumes that the object falls in an environment without resistance because the air resistance affects the speed of the object and, consequently, the height it reaches. To calculate the height accurately, it is necessary to consider the real conditions of the environment.
Can I use the calculator to calculate the height of an object that is in motion?
No, this calculator is designed to calculate the height of objects that are falling in an environment without resistance. To calculate the height of objects in motion, you will need a different tool or consider other mathematical formulas.
What are the units of measurement that the calculator accepts?
The calculator accepts meters (m) as a unit of measurement of length and seconds (s) as a unit of measurement of time.