This value is often rounded to 10 m/s² for simpler calculations.
Here's what it means:
* Acceleration is the rate at which an object's velocity changes over time. In this case, the velocity of a falling object increases by 9.8 meters per second every second.
* Gravity is the force of attraction between any two objects with mass. Earth has a large mass, so it exerts a strong gravitational pull on objects near its surface.
Important Note:
* This value is an approximation. The actual acceleration due to gravity varies slightly depending on factors like altitude and latitude.
* This value only applies to freefall. This means the object is falling without any other forces acting on it, such as air resistance.
