Weight
Chapter Name : Gravitation |
Sub Topic Code : 101_09_10_04_02 |
Topic Name : Weight |
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Sub Topic Name : Weight Of An Object On The Moon |
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Introduction
Weight is the product of mass and acceleration due to gravity. Acceleration due to gravity on moon is different from earth because of the difference in size and mass and thus, the gravitational force exerted.
Pre-Requisites:
Forces, Newton's Law's of motion, Gravity, Mass, Weight
Activity:
Understand the relationship between the weight on earth compared with weight on moon, and calculate your weight on the moon.
Real Life Question:
How much do you weigh on moon? If different from earth, why is that?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Mass | Measure of inertia |
| Weight | The force exerted on a mass by a gravitational field |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Simulation Software | Compare the weight of objects on earth with the weights of those objects on the moon and other planets |
Real life uses :
Estimation of weight on different surfaces like that on moon and other planets help astronauts in their mission.
Places to visit :
Science Museum and Planetariums have exhibits on weight and moon.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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What you learn in Theory:
Weights on different planets is different.