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How come you measure other planets gravity based on earth's gravity?
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∙ 13y ago
We always think of unknown things in terms of things that we do know. So if I tell you that a planet's gravity is 9.8 meters per second squared, is that more or less than you are accustomed to? Could you stand up?
Actually, that IS Earth's gravity, and yes, you can.
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What controls the motions of the planets?
Gravity is what sets the planets in motion. The force that keeps them in motion is known as inertia in the law of physics.
What are the gravity levels on earth?
The unit of measurement used to measure gravity (G's) is actually based off of Earth's gravitational pull; one G is the level of gravity on Earth.
Does your weight change when you go to another planet?
Yes, because on different planets you are being pulled down by a different mass. this help me so much
Why is the density of lead the same on the Moon as it is on Earth?
Density is based off mass and volume, not weight and volume. Weight is a measurement of gravity, and changes based on strong the pull of gravity is in the area. Mass is a measurement of the amount of matter in an object, and does not change based on the pull of gravity. Density is Mass/Volume. Volume is a measure of how much space an object occupies. The more condensed matter is, the higher its density.
How many times does Jupiter go into the Sun?
Uranus is 63 times the volume of Earth, 1321 times the volume of Earth. Based on this and ignoring the spherical characteristics of both planets, Jupiter is approximately 20 times the volume of Uranus.
Why is there gravity on some planets but not on others?
All planets have gravity, but some planets have more gravity that others. The amout of gravity is based on the size of the planet. Jupiter, for example, has much more gravity than Earth because it is bigger. Planents aren't the only objects that have gravity. Even your pencil has gravity, but it is such an extremly small amout that it really doens't make a difference.
What controls the motions of the planets?
Gravity is what sets the planets in motion. The force that keeps them in motion is known as inertia in the law of physics.
Why is your gravity less on other planets?
On other planets your gravity doesn't change. Your weight however changes based on the mass of the planet. For example, on a planet with less mass than Earth, a person will weigh less than they normally do.
What are the gravity levels on earth?
The unit of measurement used to measure gravity (G's) is actually based off of Earth's gravitational pull; one G is the level of gravity on Earth.
How can we weigh the Sun?
It is impossible to physically weigh the sun. However, the weight of the sun can be calculated through formulas based on gravity and the surrounding planets.
Does your weight change when you go to another planet?
Yes, because on different planets you are being pulled down by a different mass. this help me so much
Would having an Olympic Games on the planets Sun and Moon based on the gravity factors effect the results of the events such as high jump diving and other Olympic events?
Yes
Would you float with ease on Venus?
No. There is gravity there, a little more than a third of what it is on Earth.
Why is the density of lead the same on the Moon as it is on Earth?
Density is based off mass and volume, not weight and volume. Weight is a measurement of gravity, and changes based on strong the pull of gravity is in the area. Mass is a measurement of the amount of matter in an object, and does not change based on the pull of gravity. Density is Mass/Volume. Volume is a measure of how much space an object occupies. The more condensed matter is, the higher its density.
What is the division of earths atmosphere into layers is based on?
Based on temperature differences.
Are gas planets smaller or bigger than rocky planets?
They are larger, at least based on the planets in our solar system.
How the inner planets are similar to each other?
The four inner planets are all made of rock or are rock based but the four outer planets are all made of gas or gas based.
