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Define gravitational field strength and explain how it relates to the weight of an object.
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What a good answer should say
- Gravitational field strength is defined as the force per unit mass experienced by a small test mass placed in the field.
- It relates to weight as weight is the product of mass and gravitational field strength.
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This question assesses the understanding of the concept of gravitational field strength and its relationship to weight. A strong answer clearly defines gravitational field strength and explains the formula W = m × g, linking the concepts effectively.
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