Earth's Gravity Quiz
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What is the SI unit for expressing acceleration due to gravity?

  • Metres per second squared (m/s2) (correct)
  • Kilograms per second squared (kg/s2)
  • Metres per kilogram (m/kg)
  • Kilograms per metre (kg/m)

    • What is the acceleration due to gravity near Earth's surface, accurate to 2 significant figures?

  • 9.8 m/s2 (correct)
  • 8.5 m/s2
  • 7.3 m/s2
  • 10.2 m/s2

    • What is the direction of the gravity vector quantity?

  • Parallel to the Earth's equator
  • Opposite to the Earth's rotation
  • Toward the Earth's center
  • Coincides with a plumb bob (correct)

    • What is the informal term used for the acceleration due to gravity near Earth's surface?

    <p>Little g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equivalent unit for expressing acceleration due to gravity in newtons per kilogram?

    <p>N/kg or N·kg−1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which force contributes to the net acceleration denoted by g on Earth?

    <p>Gravitation and centrifugal force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the magnitude of Earth's gravity expressed in SI units?

    <p>Metres per second squared</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the precise strength of Earth's gravity near its surface?

    <p>9.8 m/s2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the informal term used for the acceleration due to gravity near Earth's surface?

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    What is the direction of the gravity vector quantity on Earth?

    <p>Coincides with a plumb bob</p> Signup and view all the answers

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