How to Convert Mass and Weight on Earth to Mass and Weight on the Moon?

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To convert mass and weight from Earth to the Moon, it is important to note that mass remains constant, while weight changes due to the Moon's gravity, which is about 1/6 that of Earth's. The formula for calculating weight on the Moon is weight = mass * g * (1/6), where g is the acceleration due to gravity, approximately 9.8 m/s² on Earth. Different units of force such as dyne, poundal (pdl), and Newton (N) are discussed, with conversions necessary depending on the unit system used. Users are encouraged to find conversion factors for meters to centimeters and inches to apply these calculations accurately. Understanding these principles is essential for solving related physics problems effectively.
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Homework Statement



A number of objects are taken to the moon, where the acceleration due to gravity is about 1/6 of earth's.Complete the following table:

Item----------Mass on Earth-----Mass on Moon-----Weight on Moon---Weight on Moon

Paper clip ---------1.2 g -------------- g --------------g(f) --------------- dyne

Can of cola -------0.56 lb(m)----------lb(m) ------------lb(f) -- ------------- pdl

Hammer------------1.3 kg -------------kg -------------kg(f) ----------------- N


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The Attempt at a Solution



I think the mass on Moon will not change..right??!

the weight on Moon(the third column ) = mass*9.8*1/6 ...!

what is ( dyne, pdl,N)?! How to convert to these units ??




THANX =)
 
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Dandy Candy said:

Homework Statement



A number of objects are taken to the moon, where the acceleration due to gravity is about 1/6 of earth's.Complete the following table:

Item----------Mass on Earth-----Mass on Moon-----Weight on Moon---Weight on Moon

Paper clip ---------1.2 g -------------- g --------------g(f) --------------- dyne

Can of cola -------0.56 lb(m)----------lb(m) ------------lb(f) -- ------------- pdl

Hammer------------1.3 kg -------------kg -------------kg(f) ----------------- N


Homework Equations




The Attempt at a Solution



I think the mass on Moon will not change..right??!
Correct.
the weight on Moon(the third column ) = mass*9.8*1/6 ...!
Almost, but not quite.

Moon weight = mass * g * (1/6)​

The numerical value of g depends on what system of units are being used. It's 9.8 m/s^2, but if you use cm or inches then it would be different than 9.8

what is ( dyne, pdl,N)?! How to convert to these units ??

Those are all different force units.
pdl is an abbreviation for poundals (different than pounds)
N is Newtons.
 
Redbelly98

Thank you very much..

Where can I get the formulas to convert into these units?!
 
Moon weight = mass * g * (1/6)
The numerical value of g depends on what system of units are being used. It's 9.8 m/s^2, but if you use cm or inches then it would be different than 9.8


If I am using cm or inches .. what will the value be ??

thanx again =)
 
To convert 9.8 m/s^2 into the other units, use these facts:

1 m = ____ cm?
1 m = ____ inches?

From those conversion factors, use the normal methods for converting units.

You might try a google search to see what dynes, poundals, or Newtons are. But your teacher/professor really should have talked about these in class already. Seriously, if he did not at least discuss what a Newton is, he should be fired.

EDIT. The poundal is a rather obscure unit. I did find this info:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poundal
 
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