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Weight is mass under acceleration.
Everything in the universe has mass (physicists are still trying to work out if photons have mass, but that is a different question). Newton's Laws state that F=M*A. Since earth's gravity is 9.81m/s/s, your mass is [your weight] divided by 9.81 [earth's gravitational acceleration].
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∙ 15y agoThis is a simple looking question with a very complex answer. Mass is easiest to think of as a measure of the amount of matter there is in an object or substance. This definition breaks down somewhat when considering Einstein's theory of relativity which states that "as speed increases, mass also increases" this is derived from the equation E=mc2 which also states that "If an object's velocity is the speed of light then it's mass becomes infinite". However for this answer we will assume that mass is constant based on the matter within an object. Mass is measured on earth in kilograms (kg).
Weight on the other hand is a more debated topic, weight is caused by gravitational force and is measured in Newtons. The relationship between kilograms and newtons on earth is approximately 0.1kg = 1N. Gravity is a very weak force compared to other forces (just jump a few inches off the ground and you'll see what I mean) but remains the most unusual. A common theory at the moment is that gravity acts in a similar way to light, with any object with mass emitting gravition particles which attract other objects. There are problems with this theory but currently it is considered the most likely. Weight also changes depending on what planet your on.
In short
Mass is caused by the energy applied to an object with a certain amount of matter
Weight is caused by the application of gravity to an object with mass
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What causes the weight of an object?
it is all to do with the gravity compaired to the mass. mass is different to weight.
What if your weight equals your?
When your weight equals ur mass it causes friction in the air
If something has more weight then does it have more mass?
This is a tricky question. Weight is the affect that gravity has on a mass, but gravity is relative to where the object is. This can be observed on Earth by traveling to different elevations and weighing yourself. At the same elevation on any body with a gravitational force, an object with more mass will weigh more. Mass causes weight, weight does not cause, nor always predict mass.
The greater the mass of an object the greater the objects?
The greater the mass of an object means it causes to have weight in a gravitational field.
Is mass or weight the measure of the force of gravity acting on an object?
The force of gravity on an object is called its weight.Note that mass is what CAUSES this force of gravity.
What causes the weight of an object?
it is all to do with the gravity compaired to the mass. mass is different to weight.
What is mass responsible for?
Mass is the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field.
What if your weight equals your?
When your weight equals ur mass it causes friction in the air
Name the force that causes all bodies to have weight?
weight = mass *gravitational force.
Is weight stronger mass?
Weight and mass are fundamentally different things, and they are measured in different units (newton, versus kilograms). Weight is caused by mass, but it also depends on gravity. The formula is: weight = gravity x mass Mass also causes inertia.
Are weight and mass he same thing?
No. The relationship is: weight = mass x gravity Mass causes both weight, and inertia. Weight is the force of attraction by gravity, and also depends on the gravitational field, not just on the mass. For more information, check the Wikipedia article "Mass versus weight".
What is the reason mass and weight is the same everywhere on earth?
The question isn't quite right. Wherever you go on earth, there is mass. Weight changes, however. I think it helps to know the fundamentals to understand this. Mass causes gravity, and gravity causes weight. If you were at the center of the earth, the gravity from the mass would pull you equally in all directions, and you would be weightless. Weight is the measurable effect of mass.
What is reason mass and weight are the same everywhere on earth?
The question isn't quite right. Wherever you go on earth, there is mass. Weight changes, however. I think it helps to know the fundamentals to understand this. Mass causes gravity, and gravity causes weight. If you were at the center of the earth, the gravity from the mass would pull you equally in all directions, and you would be weightless. Weight is the measurable effect of mass.
What factor causes the difference between weight mass?
If you multiply an object's mass by the acceleration of gravity, g, you can determine its weight. If you know an object's weight and divide by g, you can determine its mass. g = 9.8 m/s2 or 32.2 ft/s2 (on Earth)
If something has more weight then does it have more mass?
This is a tricky question. Weight is the affect that gravity has on a mass, but gravity is relative to where the object is. This can be observed on Earth by traveling to different elevations and weighing yourself. At the same elevation on any body with a gravitational force, an object with more mass will weigh more. Mass causes weight, weight does not cause, nor always predict mass.
What causes weight and how is it different to mass?
Weight is the force due to gravity. It depends on the size of the two masses concerned and the distance between them.
The greater the mass of an object the greater the objects?
The greater the mass of an object means it causes to have weight in a gravitational field.
