Foundation Science Primary 6 Interactions

Which of the following objects would have the GREATEST gravitational pull acting on it if they were all placed on the Earth's surface?

A A 2 kg bottle of oil
B A 10 kg bowling ball
C A 5 kg bag of rice
D A 1 kg box of cereal
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Step 1: Gravitational force (weight) is directly proportional to mass. Step [2-9]: The Earth pulls more strongly on objects with greater mass. Step [2-9]: Since 10 kg is the largest mass, it experiences the greatest gravitational pull.

Correct answer: A 10 kg bowling ball

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