Universal Gravitational Constant (G)

Definition

The universal gravitational constant, denoted by G, is a fundamental constant in physics that quantifies the strength of the gravitational force between two objects.

Related terms

Gravitational Force:

The force of attraction between two objects with mass. It depends on their masses and the distance between them.

Mass:

A measure of the amount of matter an object contains.

Distance (r): The separation or space between two objects. In gravitational calculations, it refers to the distance between their centers.