Mass vs. Weight

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What is the definition of 'weight'?

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Weight is the measure of the force of gravity acting on an object.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Weight depends on the gravitational force acting on an object, while mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object and remains constant regardless of location.

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What unit is commonly used to measure mass?

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Mass is commonly measured in grams.

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If an object has more mass, what can be said about its weight?

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If an object has more mass, it will weigh more.

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On which celestial object would you weigh the most?

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You would weigh the most on the Sun due to its strong gravitational pull.

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What is the formula for calculating weight?

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Weight can be calculated using the formula: Weight = Mass x Gravitational Acceleration (W = m * g).

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How does gravity affect weight?

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Gravity affects weight by determining the force exerted on an object; the stronger the gravitational pull, the greater the weight.

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What is the gravitational acceleration on Earth?

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The gravitational acceleration on Earth is approximately 9.81 m/s².

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Can mass change depending on location?

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No, mass does not change depending on location; it remains constant regardless of where the object is.

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What happens to your weight on the Moon compared to Earth?

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Your weight on the Moon is less than on Earth because the Moon has a weaker gravitational pull.

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