The Very Important Formula Relating Mass, Weight and Gravity Flashcards

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What is the formula relating gravitational field strength, mass and weight?

A

Weight = mass x gravitational field strength

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What is mass measured in?

A

Kg

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3
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What is weight measured in?

A

Newtons

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4
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What does the letter ‘g’ represent?

A

The strength of gravity and its value is different for different planets

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5
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What is the ‘g’ on Earth?

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Around 10 N/kg

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What is the ‘g’ on the moon?

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Around 1.6 N/kg

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