Gravitational Force (Fg=mg)

Definition

Gravitational force refers to the attractive force between two objects with mass. It depends on their masses and decreases as their distance increases. The formula for gravitational force is Fg = mg, where Fg represents the gravitational force, m represents mass, and g represents the acceleration due to gravity.

Analogy

Imagine two magnets pulling towards each other. The strength of their attraction depends on how big the magnets are (mass) and how close they are (distance). Similarly, the gravitational force between objects depends on their masses and proximity.

Related terms

Mass: A measure of how much matter an object contains.

Acceleration due to Gravity: The acceleration experienced by an object in free fall near the surface of a planet or celestial body.

Universal Gravitational Constant (G): A constant value that appears in Newton's law of universal gravitation equation.