Weight and Mass Flashcards
1
Q
What effects the weight of an object?
A
The weight of an object is related to its distance to earth because the further from earth the slower an object will fall
2
Q
What is the relationship between weight and distance?
A
As the distance from earth increases the force of gravity decreased therefore it’s weight does as well.
3
Q
What is the difference between mass and weight?
A
Mass is the amount ofnmatter and is measured in kg. Weight varies depending on the gravitational pull and it is measured in N
4
Q
How to calculate weight?
A
W=mg
Weight (N) = mass (kg) x gravitational field (9.8N/kg)
