Forces and Weight in Different Environments

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What is the formula to calculate weight?

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Weight (W) is calculated using the formula W = mg, where m is mass and g is the acceleration due to gravity.

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What does 'g' represent in the weight formula W = mg?

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'g' represents the acceleration due to gravity, which varies depending on the celestial body.

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How do you calculate weight on the Moon?

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To calculate weight on the Moon, use the formula W = mg, where g = 4 m/s².

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What is the weight of a 21 kg person on the Moon?

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W = mg = 21 kg * 4 m/s² = 84 N.

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What is the weight of a 60 kg person on Mars?

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W = mg = 60 kg * 3.7 m/s² = 222 N.

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What is the formula for gravitational force between two masses?

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The formula is F = G(m1m2)/r², where G is the gravitational constant.

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What is the gravitational force on Jupiter?

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The gravitational force on Jupiter is approximately 24.79 m/s².

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How do you find the weight of an object on Jupiter?

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Use W = mg, where g = 24.79 m/s².

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What is the weight of a 13 kg person on Jupiter?

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W = mg = 13 kg * 24.79 m/s² = 321.27 N.

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What is terminal velocity?

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Terminal velocity is the constant speed an object reaches when the force of gravity is balanced by the drag force.