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you have a bag of cotton and an iron bar, each indicating a mass of 100 kg when measured on a weighing machine. in reality, one is heavier than the other. can you say which one is heavier and why?
Weight is a measurement of the force of gravity on an object. It is typically measured in units of mass, such as kilograms or pounds.
While weight is a measurement of the force of gravity on an object, mass is a measure of the amount of matter an object contains. Mass is constant and does not change, whereas weight can vary depending on the strength of gravity.
The object with a greater mass will be heavier. This is because the greater mass will have a greater amount of matter, resulting in a greater force of gravity acting on it.
Yes, weight is affected by the location or environment. The strength of gravity can vary depending on the location, such as on different planets or at different altitudes. Additionally, factors such as air resistance can also affect weight.
You can determine which object is heavier by comparing their masses. The object with the greater mass will be heavier. You can also use a scale to measure the weight of each object, as weight is a direct measurement of the force of gravity on an object.