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Question 81

An astronaut travels from Earth to the Moon. The gravitational field strength on the Moon is weaker than the gravitational field strength on Earth. Which statement correctly describes how the mass and the weight of the astronaut change when they are on the Moon compared to when they are on Earth?

A

Both mass and weight decrease.

B

Mass remains the same, but weight decreases.

C

Weight remains the same, but mass decreases.

D

Both mass and weight remain the same.

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Mass and weight Questions

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209 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics Mass and weight, covering Mass and weight. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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