Understanding the Concepts
* Force (F): The push or pull on an object. Measured in Newtons (N).
* Mass (m): The amount of matter in an object. Measured in kilograms (kg).
* Acceleration due to gravity (g): The acceleration that gravity causes on an object near the Earth's surface. It's approximately 9.8 m/s².
The Formula
The force exerted by gravity (weight) is calculated using the following formula:
Force (F) = Mass (m) * Acceleration due to gravity (g)
Calculation
1. Mass (m) = 36000 kg
2. Acceleration due to gravity (g) = 9.8 m/s²
Force (F) = 36000 kg * 9.8 m/s²
Force (F) = 352800 N
Answer
The force that Balanced Rock is exerting on the pedestal is approximately 352,800 Newtons.
