The acceleration due to gravity on the surface of the Earth is:

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The acceleration due to gravity on the surface of the Earth is essentially constant, with minimal day-to-day variation. The discussion highlights that gravity does not change significantly, contrasting it with conditions on the moon. Participants clarify that the original post likely referred to a multiple-choice question regarding gravity. The overall consensus emphasizes the stability of Earth's gravitational force. Understanding this concept is crucial for physics-related studies.
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Homework Statement



The acceleration due to gravity on the surface of the Earth is:

constantly changing
the same as on the moon
basically constant



Answer: Basically constant?

The gravity on Earth doesn't really change much day to day.
 
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csurfus1 said:

Homework Statement



The acceleration due to gravity on the surface of the Earth is:

constantly changing
the same as on the moon
basically constant



Answer: Basically constant?

The gravity on Earth doesn't really change much day to day.

Correct.

dauto said:
Do you have a question? If you don't, why are you posting this here?

I think that was his multiple-choice question.
 

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