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Define the following terms.
Weight

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**Step-by-Step Text Solution:** 1. **Definition of Weight**: Weight is defined as the force exerted by gravity on an object. It is the force with which the Earth attracts an object towards its center. 2. **Dependence on Gravitational Acceleration**: The weight of an object depends on the acceleration due to gravity, which is approximately 9.81 m/s² on the surface of the Earth. 3. **Formula for Weight**: The weight (W) of an object can be calculated using the formula: \[ ...
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