Define gravitational field strength as the force acting on a unit mass; recall and apply the equation W = mg, understanding that it relates to the acceleration due to gravity.

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Define gravitational field strength as the force acting on a unit mass; recall and apply the equation W = mg, understanding that it relates to the acceleration due to gravity

• This point belongs to Mass and weight, especially Mass and weight outcomes.
• You need to be able to define gravitational field strength as the force acting on a unit mass; recall and apply the equation W = mg, understanding that it relates to the acceleration due to gravity.
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