gravity Flashcards
1
Q
What is gravity?
A
Gravity is the force of attraction between all objects.
2
Q
The greater the mass of an object…
A
the stronger the force of gravity is acting on it.
3
Q
What is gravity measured in?
A
Newtons per kilogram (N/kg).
4
Q
What is mass?
A
Mass is the amount of matter in an object.
5
Q
What is mass measured in?
A
It is meausred in kilograms (kg).
6
Q
What is weight?
A
Weight is dependant on the gravitational pull acting on an object.
7
Q
What is weight measured in?
A
It is meausred in newtons (N).
8
Q
Larger planets have a ________ pull of gravity.
A
Stronger
9
Q
Smaller planets have a ________ pull of gravity.
A
Weaker.
10
Q
The mass of an object…
A
stays constant and does not change..
11
Q
What is the formula for calculating weight?
A
w = m x g
weight = mass x gravity
12
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