Weight, Mass & Gravity Flashcards
0
Q
Important effects of gravity
A
Makes things accelerate towards the ground
Makes things have weight
1
Q
What is gravitational force?
A
Force of attraction
Between all masses
2
Q
What is mass?
A
Amount of stuff in an object
Same in other planets
3
Q
What is weight?
A
Caused by gravitational force
Different in other planets
4
Q
What is weight measured in?
A
Newtons
5
Q
What is mass measured in?
A
Kg
6
Q
Formula of wight
A
Weight= mass x gravitational field strength
7
Q
What is the gravitational field strenth on earth
A
10N/kg