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MVP — interactive sketch; a fuller lab is coming later.

Gravity vs mass

Verify G = mg with a spring scale and slotted masses.

Force & motion (junior)Force measurement, gravity, balance, friction, Newton I.

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Gravity vs mass

Weight G = mg; g ≈ 9.8 N/kg. This “Gravity vs mass” page is an MVP interactive sketch — formulas, controls, and live readouts in the browser; a fuller bench may follow.

Weight G = mg; g ≈ 9.8 N/kg.

Key formulas

  • G=mg
  • g\approx 9.8

How to use

  1. Adjust parameters in the left panel.
  2. Use play / pause and speed controls.
  3. Match right-side readouts to the formulas.
  4. Reset to return to the initial state.

Applications

  • Gravity vs mass: Weight G = mg; g ≈ 9.8 N/kg.
  • In class, tune parameters for “Gravity vs mass”, then check against the textbook result.

FAQ

What does MVP mean on this page?

An interactive sketch with formulas and parameters. Polished Ready labs are the full bench experience.

What does the “Gravity vs mass” lab practice?

Tune parameters and match readouts to the “Gravity vs mass” relations — useful for prep and demos.

Self-study or classroom?

Both — tune alone, or project “what if…?” demos in class.

Readouts don’t match the formula?

Check units and ranges, then substitute step-by-step from the formula panel.

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