Page 1: Weight of an Object
This page focuses on the concept of weight (ciężar ciała) and its calculation.
The fundamental formula for weight is introduced: Fg = m * g
Where:
- Fg is the weight force in Newtons (N)
- m is the mass in kilograms (kg)
- g is the gravitational acceleration, typically approximated as 10 N/kg or 9.81 m/s²
Definition: Weight is the force exerted on an object due to gravity.
Several example problems are presented to illustrate the application of this formula:
- Calculating the weight of a 15 kg object.
- Determining the mass of a man whose weight is 900 N.
- Finding the mass of a package with a weight of 5 N.
- Computing the weight of a 2.5-ton car.
Example: For a 15 kg object, the weight is calculated as Fg = 15 kg * 10 N/kg = 150 N.
The page emphasizes the importance of unit conversion, especially when dealing with tons and kilograms.
Vocabulary: Przyspieszenie ziemskie (gravitational acceleration) is a key term, typically valued at 9.81 m/s² or approximated to 10 N/kg for easier calculations.



