* Force of Gravity: Earth exerts a force of gravity on all objects near it. This force is what we call weight.
* Weight vs. Mass:
* Mass is the amount of matter in an object. It's a fundamental property and stays the same regardless of location.
* Weight is the force of gravity acting on an object's mass. It changes depending on the gravitational field.
The equation that connects weight and gravity is:
* Weight (W) = Mass (m) x Acceleration due to gravity (g)
In essence, the weight of an object is the force of gravity pulling it towards the Earth.