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Gravity is dependent on the mass of the bodies, and the pull (force) can be written as
F = G *(m1 * m2 )/(r*r)
where 'G' is newtons coeff. for gravity, 'm1' and 'm2' are the masses of the bodies and 'r' is the distance between the objects.
From this it can actually be seen that it has no size, it is infinite, with decreasing magnitude as you go away from the body.
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∙ 12y agoWhen measured on Earth, it is the property of weight.
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Gravitational force is a force between two objects, given by this formula:
Fg = G M1 M2 / r2
Fg = the gravitational force. r = the straight line distance between the centers of the two objects. M1 and M2 = the masses of the two objects, respectively. G = the gravitational constant.
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∙ 13y agoit would be the weight. mass is how much of an object there is, but weight is measured by gravitational pull. If you measure mass on the moon it'd be the same as on earth, but if you measured weight there, it would be much different.
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∙ 15y agoMass/Weight?
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∙ 11y agomass & distance.
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Does the mass of an object change as the distance of gravity changes?
No, the measured weight of an object WILL change but the mass of an object will never change regardless of the gravitational force on object.
Can the mass of an object be changed by sending it to the moon?
No. The mass of any object is considered to be an intrinsic constant property, i.e. it's a characteristic of the object and it doesn't change, no matter where the object goes or what happens to it. The weight of the object may change, because that's just the force of gravity caused by whatever large body the object happens to be near, like the earth or moon.
Is the force that every object in the universe exerts on every objects?
Gravitation is the only force that acts universally.
Do the weight of a spaceship changes as it leaves the earth however its mass does not change?
The weight of a spaceship does not change as it leaves the earth, but it does change as it moves from one location to another within the gravitational field of a celestial body such as the earth. The weight of an object is a measure of the force of gravity on that object. It is equal to the mass of the object multiplied by the acceleration due to gravity. The mass of an object, on the other hand, is a measure of the amount of matter it contains and is a constant property of the object. So, while the weight of a spaceship may change as it moves within the gravitational field of a celestial body, its mass remains constant.
Why is the mass of an object the same of the moon as it is on Earth?
Because the shape and size of the object dont change, only the gravity affecting it
Is the force of gravity acting upon an object the object's mass?
No. Mass is a property of the object and doesn't change, no matter where the object goes or what's happening to it. The force of gravity on the object is its "weight" and that can change. It depends on, for example, what planet the object is on.
What is the measure of the pull of gravity on an object this property will change if this object is on a planet other than earth?
That's the object's 'weight'.
The of an object is likely to change with gravity?
The object's weight depends on the local gravitational environment.The object's mass is constant in any environment.
How can gravity change the motion of an object?
gravity can change the motion of an object because of magic
The mass of an object can be changed by placing it in an orbiting satellite?
No. Mass is an intrinsic property of an object and doesn't change, regardless of the environment into which the object is placed. The weight of an object, however will change depending on the gravity acting upon it.
What property of an object is affected by gravity?
Its weight
What is the property of matter that is not affected by gravity and is constant?
The property of matter that is not affected by gravity is mass. An object has the same mass regardless of the force of gravity, however it's weight can vary. Weight is the force of gravity acting on the mass of an object.
What property of matter gives rise to the force of gravity?
Mass of an object influences the force of gravity on it.
Is the size of an object a physical property or physical change?
An object's size is a physical property of the object.
Will acceleration due to gravity change the weight of an object?
Yes. As acceleration due to gravity increases so does the object's weight. The reverse is true when gravity decreases. Mass, however, does NOT change with gravity.
Is earth a source of gravity?
Everything in the universe, which has mass, is the source of gravity. Mass is the fundamental property of every object in this universe and it is due to this property that every object attracts other objects. So, earth is also a source of gravity.
How does gravity effect a falling object?
If there is no air resistance, gravity will accelerate the falling object, that is, it will change its velocity.
