How to calculate the energy of playing See Saw

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The discussion focuses on calculating the energy involved in a seesaw's motion, particularly when one side is lowered. It emphasizes the importance of angular velocity in the calculation, alongside the masses of the seesaw and the load. The energy can be determined using the formula for gravitational potential energy, expressed as mgh, where 'h' represents the height the mass moves downward. Understanding these principles is crucial for accurately assessing the energy dynamics of the seesaw. Overall, the calculation hinges on the relationship between mass, height, and gravitational force.
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It looks the like the masses will move a distance 'h' relative to being horizontal, so the total energy would be mgh.
 

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