What is the mass measured on another planet ?

In summary, mass is a measure of the amount of matter an object contains and is often measured in kilograms or grams. It is different from weight, which is a measure of the force of gravity acting on an object. Mass can be measured using a balance scale on Earth, but other methods may be used on different planets due to varying gravitational fields. The greater the mass of an object, the greater its weight on a planet with a stronger gravitational field. While there is no standard unit for measuring mass on all planets, the kilogram is commonly used on most planets in our solar system.
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W = mg

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I did this :

W(on Mars) = 93*8.8 (since the measuring machine was calibrated on venus)
Mass = 93*8.8/3.8

My answer is 215Kg.

Can someone confirm its validity ?
 

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Yes you are correct.
 

FAQ: What is the mass measured on another planet ?

1. What is the definition of mass?

The mass of an object is a measure of the amount of matter it contains. It is a fundamental property of an object and is often measured in kilograms (kg) or grams (g).

2. How is mass different from weight?

Mass and weight are often used interchangeably, but they are actually different concepts. Mass is a measure of an object's inertia, while weight is a measure of the force of gravity acting on an object. Mass is constant, but weight can vary depending on the strength of the gravitational field.

3. How is mass measured on Earth compared to other planets?

The mass of an object can be measured using a balance scale on Earth. However, on other planets, the gravitational pull may be different, so the measurement of an object's mass may vary. Other methods, such as measuring an object's acceleration or its gravitational pull on other objects, may be used to determine mass on other planets.

4. How does the mass of an object affect its weight on another planet?

The mass of an object does not change on different planets, but its weight may vary due to the strength of the gravitational field. The greater the mass of an object, the greater the force of gravity acting on it, resulting in a higher weight. Therefore, an object will weigh less on a planet with a weaker gravitational field compared to a planet with a stronger gravitational field.

5. Is there a standard unit for measuring mass on all planets?

No, there is not a standard unit for measuring mass on all planets. However, the International System of Units (SI) uses the kilogram (kg) as the standard unit for measuring mass, and this unit is used on most planets in our solar system. Other units, such as metric tons or pounds, may also be used to measure mass on different planets.

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