Mass and Weight Flashcards
1
Q
Weight = …
A
The force that pulls objects towards the centre of the Earth
2
Q
Weight is measured in …
A
Newtons
3
Q
Mass = …
A
Measurement of how much of something there is
4
Q
Mass is measured in …
A
Kilograms
5
Q
Weight equation
A
Mass x gravitational field strength
6
Q
What is the Earth’s Gravitational Field Strength?
A
10N/kg
7
Q
What do you measure Newtons with?
A
A forcemeter
