Here's what that means:
* m/s²: This stands for "meters per second squared." It represents how much the velocity of a falling object changes every second.
* 9.81: This means that for every second an object falls, its downward velocity increases by 9.81 meters per second.
Important Note: The actual acceleration due to gravity can vary slightly depending on factors like:
* Latitude: Gravity is slightly stronger at the poles and slightly weaker at the equator.
* Altitude: Gravity decreases slightly with increasing altitude.
* Local geology: Variations in the density of the Earth's crust can cause minor changes in gravity.
However, the value 9.81 m/s² is a good approximation for most general calculations involving gravity near the Earth's surface.
