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An object has a mass of 250g what is the gravitational force of on the object by the earth

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Gravitational forces ("weight") = (mass) x (acceleration of gravity)

On Earth's surface, acceleration of gravity = 9.8 m/s²

Weight of the object on Earth = (0.250 kg) x (9.8 m/s²)
= 2.45 newtons

Weight of Earth on the object = (0.250 kg) x (9.8 m/s²)
= 2.45 newtons

(about 8.81 ounces)

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