Question 4 of 16 in Units (Astrophysics)

Units (Astrophysics)

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What is the SI unit (including symbol) for gravitational field strength?

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N/kg

Also accept: newton per kilogram

Common mistakes: N/m; kg/N

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B1 · 1 mark · Gives N/kg as the SI unit for gravitational field strength.

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Gravitational field strength is measured in newtons per kilogram (N/kg).

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