Cambridge IGCSE Physics practice

Paper 3 structured question: Mass and weight

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Mass and weight

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Paper 3Theory (Core)1 marks

Understanding gravitational forces.

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An object with a mass of 5 kg is placed in a gravitational field with a strength of 9.81 N/kg. Calculate the weight of the object.

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State the formula used to calculate weight.
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Paper 3Theory (Core)4 marks

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On another planet, the gravitational field strength is 3.7 N/kg. What is the weight of a 10 kg object on this planet?

a
Define gravitational field strength.
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State the weight of the object on this planet.
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