Here's why:
* Force: Gravitational force is a type of force, which is defined as the interaction that can cause a change in an object's motion.
* Newton's Second Law: This law states that force (F) is equal to mass (m) times acceleration (a): F = ma.
* Units:
* Mass is measured in kilograms (kg).
* Acceleration is measured in meters per second squared (m/s²).
* Therefore, the unit of force (Newtons) is derived from: 1 N = 1 kg * 1 m/s²
So, the gravitational force pulling you towards the Earth, or the force exerted by the Earth on the Moon, would be measured in Newtons.
