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You need only one instrument: a balance (or scale) to measure the weight of a known mass. Then use Newton's equation F = GMm/r^2 where: F = the weight (in Newtons) of the object, shown by the scale you're weighing it with G = the universal gravitational constant, 6.67300 × 10-11 m3 kg-1 s-2 m = the mass of the object you're weighing, in kg M = the mass of the Earth in kg (the figure you're trying to determine) r = the radius of the Earth (6360km or thereabouts), i.e. the distance between the centre of mass of the object you're weighing, and the centre of the Earth
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What measures the force of gravity between Earth and an object located on Earth?
a scaleA scale is used to measure the force of gravity on an object. A balance is used to measure mass.
What system is used by scientists to measure matter?
mass is the quantity of matter in an object the kilogram (kg) is used to measure mass
Is vernier caliper used to measure length or mass?
it is used to measure length .
A spring scale is used to measure weight and a what is used to measure mass?
An equal-arm balance.
Are scales used to measure mass?
Scales are used to measure weight. With the proper calculations and knowing the volume, you can determine the mass.
What measures the force of gravity between Earth and an object located on Earth?
a scaleA scale is used to measure the force of gravity on an object. A balance is used to measure mass.
What is the unit N used to measure?
N means the unit of mass in newtons. On earth you measure the weight with it in kilograms.
Is a graduate used to measure mass?
a gradute is used to measure mass
What is the measure of 1 kilo on earth on neptune?
1 kilo is normally used to refer to 1 kilogram. This is a measure of mass and is NOT the same as weight. A mass of 1 kg is a mass of 1 kg - wherever it is.
What are three metric units used to measure mass and how is each unit used?
-- Gram . . . used to measure the mass of little things -- Kilogram . . . used to measure the mass of medium-size things -- Metric ton . . . used to measure the mass of enormous, heavy things
What is a balanced used to measure?
A balance is used to measure mass.
What is the lab equipment used to measure mass?
graduated cylinder
What instrument is used to measure the mass of the earth?
The mass of the Earth can be determined by the gravitational force it exerts on any object. This works, once the gravitational constant is known. The gravitational constant can be measured with a Cavendish balance.
What is the formula needed to measure the earth's mass?
You use the universal formula for gravitation. Lab measurements - such as the Cavendish balance - are used to determine the constant, G. Once this is known, you can measure the force of gravity between a known mass, and Earth, and insert the values in the formula for gravitation.
Is a barometer used to measure the mass of an object?
No it is used to measure pressure
What instrument is used to measure the mass of the body?
A scale. Although it only measures the attractive force of gravity, it also provides your mass because of the known gravity of the Earth.
What is balance used for?
It is used to measure mass.
