As altitude increases, the force of gravity gradually decreases. This decrease occurs because gravity depends on the distance from the center of the Earth; as you ascend, you move farther away from the Earth's center. However, the change is relatively small and becomes significant only at very high altitudes, such as those experienced in space. Overall, while gravity remains strong at high altitudes, it is slightly weaker than at sea level.
It is the other way round - gravity varies with altitude. In other words, you should consider altitude the independent variable. At a greater altitude, there is less gravitational force. This is explained by the equation - F(g) = G(m1m2)/(r^2) where G = constant, m1 and m2 = mass, F(g) = force due to gravity, and r = distance from center of mass. The altitude difference covered by humans daily (high buildings, hills) makes only a small, probably negligable difference in force due to gravity.
Yes, altitude can affect specific gravity and density due to variations in atmospheric pressure. As altitude increases, atmospheric pressure decreases, leading to a decrease in density and specific gravity of gases and substances. This is important to consider when measuring and calculating these properties at different elevations.
At an altitude of 40,000 feet (approximately 12,192 meters), gravity is slightly decreased compared to sea level, but the change is minimal. The acceleration due to gravity at this altitude is about 9.8 m/s², compared to approximately 9.81 m/s² at sea level. This represents a decrease of about 0.3%, which is not significant for most practical purposes.
Air pressure.
it makes no difference you will still weigh the same
gravity, denser things go down. -earth science student
To calculate gravity at any altitude, you can use the formula: gravity at altitude = acceleration due to gravity at sea level * (1 - 2 * altitude / Earth's radius)^2. The acceleration due to gravity at sea level is approximately 9.81 m/s^2, and Earth's radius is roughly 6,371 km. Substituting these values will give you gravity at your desired altitude.
At what altitude does the Earth's gravity no longer have an effect on the astronauts or the space shuttle?
No, it decreases.
Because of less gravity in high altitude
gravity
The gravitational potential energy of an object increases as it is lifted to a higher altitude against the force of gravity. This is because the work done to elevate the object increases its gravitational potential energy, which is stored as the potential to do work when the object is allowed to fall back down due to gravity.
No, atmospheric pressure decreases with altitude.
Geopotential altitude is a measure of height above a reference level in the Earth's atmosphere that takes into account the variation of gravitational acceleration with altitude. It provides a more accurate representation of the vertical position of an object in the atmosphere compared to geometric altitude, which does not account for variations in gravity. Geopotential altitude is commonly used in aviation and meteorology to standardize altitude measurements.
No. Atmospheric pressure decreases as altitude increases.
If performed correctly, your altitude should increase.
If performed correctly, your altitude should increase.