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Mass and weight are different

Mass and weight are different

Backpack on Earth and Moon with the same mass label 5 kg and a smaller weight arrow on the Moon In physics, mass and weight are different quantities. Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the gravitational force acting on that mass.

Mass and weight Lesson

  1. IGCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /Mass and weight

Step-by-step lessons covering CIE IGCSE Physics Mass and weight for Core and Extended tier. Each lesson breaks down Mass and weight, then works through exam-style questions in Paper 1 and Paper 3 (Core) or Paper 2 and Paper 4 (Extended), plus Paper 5 or Paper 6 format. Build a strong foundation in mechanics and electricity before tackling the more mathematically demanding astrophysics and nuclear topics.