Gravity

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies towards each other, commonly experienced as the force that pulls objects towards the Earth.

Front

Does mass change depending on location?

Back

No, mass does not change regardless of location; it remains constant whether on Earth, the Moon, or anywhere else.

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter in an object and does not change, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass and can change depending on the gravitational field.

Front

What happens to gravity when mass increases?

Back

When mass increases, the force of gravity also increases.

Front

Which has a stronger gravitational force, Earth or the Moon?

Back

Earth has a stronger gravitational force than the Moon.

Front

What is the unit of mass?

Back

The unit of mass is typically measured in kilograms (kg).

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What is the unit of weight?

Back

The unit of weight is typically measured in newtons (N).

Front

How does distance affect gravitational force?

Back

The gravitational force decreases as the distance between two objects increases.

Front

What is a gravitational field?

Back

A gravitational field is a region of space around a mass where other masses experience a force of attraction.

Front

Can you feel gravity in space?

Back

Yes, gravity is still present in space, but the sensation of weightlessness occurs because astronauts are in free fall.