Acceleration due to gravity

Definition

The acceleration due to gravity is the rate at which an object falls towards the Earth under the influence of gravity. It is approximately 9.8 meters per second squared (m/s^2) near the surface of the Earth.

Related terms

Free Fall: This term refers to the motion of an object falling under the sole influence of gravity, without any other forces acting upon it.

Terminal Velocity: This term refers to the maximum velocity that an object can reach when falling through a fluid, such as air or water, due to air resistance balancing out gravitational force.

Projectile Motion: This term refers to the curved path followed by an object in motion that is subject only to the force of gravity and air resistance (if present).