Why Would Someones Weight Change If They Were On The Moon V.s Earth Flashcards

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Why would someone’s weight change if they were on the moon v.s earth?

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No That’s because the planets weigh different amounts, and therefore the force of gravity is different from planet to planet. For example, if you weigh 100 pounds on Earth, you would weigh only 38 pounds on Mercury. That’s because Mercury weighs less than Earth, and therefore its gravity would pull less on your body.

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