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  • Understanding Earth's Gravity: Calculation and Value
    To calculate the gravity on Earth, you can use the formula:

    g = Gm/r^2

    Where:

    g = acceleration due to gravity (in m/s2)

    G = gravitational constant (6.67 × 10^-11 N m2/kg2)

    m = mass of the Earth (5.972 × 10^24 kg)

    r = radius of the Earth (6.371 × 10^6 m)

    Plugging in the values, we get:

    g = (6.67 × 10^-11 N m2/kg2) × (5.972 × 10^24 kg) / (6.371 × 10^6 m)^2

    g = 9.81 m/s2

    Therefore, the gravity on Earth is approximately 9.81 m/s2.

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