Mass, Weight and Gravity Flashcards by Ryder A | Brainscape

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What is gravity

A

the force of attraction between all masses

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What is use to measure weight

A

A newton meter or a spring balance

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Unit for mass

A

Kilograms (kg)

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Unit for weight

A

Newtons (N)

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What is the gravitational field strength on Moon

A

1.6 N/kg

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Formula linking Mass, Weight and Gravity

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Weight = Mass x Gravitational field strength

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