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Yes, those are two names for the same thing
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What is a spring scale used to measure?
A spring scale measures weight. It is dependent on the gravity, and so one's weight in space, or on the moon would be different based on the spring scale. A balance measures mass, and since the standards in a balance are the same no matter what the gravity is, then the mass remains constant. However, for all practical purposes, the gravity on earth is constant so the weight and mass of the objects would be the same.
One Newton is equivalent to what?
1 newton is force equivalent to about 3.6 ounces . 1 pound is force equivalent to about 4.49 newtons .
What is the SI unit for force and height and work and mass and energy?
Each of those quantities has a different SI unit. They are: Force. . . . . . . . . Newton Height (length) . Meter Work. . . . . . . . . Joule Mass. . . . . . . . . Kilogram Energy . . . . . . . Joule (same as work)
How many liters in 1 kubik?
A cubic what? A cubic meter is not the same as a cubic kilometer, or a cubic centimeter.A cubic what? A cubic meter is not the same as a cubic kilometer, or a cubic centimeter.A cubic what? A cubic meter is not the same as a cubic kilometer, or a cubic centimeter.A cubic what? A cubic meter is not the same as a cubic kilometer, or a cubic centimeter.
Are meter sticks and yard sticks the same size?
If they were, we wouldn't need two names for the same thing. 1 yard = 0.9144 meter 1 meter = 1.0936 yard
What is a spring balance and how is it used?
SPRING BALANCEA spring balance apparatus is simply a spring fixed at one end with a hook to attach an object at the other. It works by Hooke's Law, which states that the force needed to extend a spring is proportional to the distance that spring is extended from its rest position. Therefore the scale markings on the spring balance are equally spaced.Spring balance can be used in physics and education as basic accelerometers, but its main uses are industrial, especially related to weighing heavy loads such as trucks, storage silos, and material carried on a conveyor belt. Spring balance are used when the accuracy afforded by other types of scales can be sacrificed for simplicity, cheapness, and robustness. A spring balance measures the weight of an object by opposing the force of gravity with the force of an extended spring. Spring balances measure weights in Gram as well as NewtonThe first spring balance in Britain was made around 1770 by Richard Salter of Bilston, near West Bromwich.[1] He and his nephews John & George founded the firm of George Salter & Co., still notable makers of scales and balances, who in 1838 patented the spring balance. They also applied the same spring balance principle to steam locomotive safety valves, replacing the earlier deadweight valves.[1]
What will happen when the elastic spring force is reduced?
The elastic spring stretches more when subjected to the same force.
Why is the mass of an object the same on the moon as it isn on earth but the objects weight different?
Because mass is conserved, which means it stays the same wherever the object goes. The weight is the force that the Earth attracts the object with, which changes when the object goes away from the Earth. Mass is measured by a balance, a pair of scales, where one mass is compared with another. Weight is measured by a spring balance, where the force of attraction by the Earth is measured by how much it extends a spring.
How does balance effect mass?
It doesn't, mass stays the same unless acted in by an outside force, balance isn't an outside force
Can a force directed north balance a force directed east?
No, only a force direct West can balance a force directed East.
A stronger force will make an object at rest move what direction?
In the same direction of the force (if near the center of balance). If the force is away from the center of balance, it might spin it.
A 100 pound force to the west and a 50 pound force in the same direction what is the resultant force in each?
it will not be balance
What do mass balances do that weighing scales don't?
Mass balances compare the force of gravity on two masses, while weighing scales use a spring and measure the force of gravity by studying the extension of the spring. A mass balance would give the same answer on the Moon, while the weighing scales would give an answer about a sixth of the correct value.
If a 5 N force causes a spring to stretch 6cm how far will a 15 N force cause the same spring to streach?
The spring will stretch 18 cm when a force of 15 N is applied. I have used the simple method of ratios and proportion.
Why does a large spring constant indicate a stiff spring?
It takes a larger force to compress or pull a spring the same distance as a spring with a smaller spring constant. This is shown in Hooke's law. x=F/k k---is the spring constant F---is the force applied to the spring x is the distance the spring has been compressed
What is used to record volcanoes?
a meter what is the same thing as used to measure the force of peoples breath
Is elastic spring force a push or pull?
A spring can be both a potential or a kinetic force. When pulled it contains potential force. When it forces an object upwards it contains kinetic energy. The same as if it forces an object to come down i.e return to its natural position. A spring is often referred to as a Helix.
