Mass vs Weight Flashcard

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.

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Where is the mass of an object the same?

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The mass of an object is the same regardless of its location in the universe.

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What is the SI unit for measuring mass?

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Kilogram (kg) is the SI unit for measuring mass.

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What is the SI unit for measuring weight?

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Newton (N) is the SI unit for measuring weight.

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How does gravity affect weight?

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Weight is directly proportional to the force of gravity acting on an object; it changes with the strength of gravity.

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What happens to the weight of an object on the Moon compared to Earth?

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The weight of an object is less on the Moon due to the Moon's weaker gravitational pull.

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If an object has a mass of 10 kg, what is its weight on Earth?

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Weight = mass × gravity; Weight = 10 kg × 9.8 m/s² = 98 N.

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What is the formula to calculate weight?

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Weight = mass × gravitational acceleration (W = m × g).

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What is the relationship between mass and matter?

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Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object.

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Does mass change with location?

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No, mass remains constant regardless of location.