Weight, Mass And Gravity Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two main affects of gravity?
A
- all things accelerate towards the ground
- it gives everything a weight
2
Q
What is the mass of an object?
A
The amount of stuff in the object
3
Q
What is weight caused by?
A
The pull of the gravitational force
4
Q
Does on object on the moon have the same mass as it does on earth?
A
Yes, mass is the same no matter what the gravitational force is
5
Q
Does on object on the moon have the same weight as it does on earth?
A
No, weight is affected by the gravitational pull on the object
6
Q
What is weight measured in?
A
Newtons, weight is a force
7
Q
What is mass measured in?
A
Kg
8
Q
What is the equation linking mass, weight and gravity?
A
Weight = mass x gravitational field strength
9
Q
What is the strength of gravity on earth?
A
9.81
10
Q
What is gravitational force?
A
The force of attraction between all masses
