Mathematics A-Level
Gravitational acceleration
What Gravitational acceleration means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Gravitational acceleration
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
The value g, in m s⁻², which near the Earth's surface is approximately 9.8 m s⁻², often used as 9.81 m s⁻² depending on required accuracy.
Topics that use Gravitational acceleration
- Forces and Newton’s laws (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- coefficient of friction
- Dynamics in a plane
- Equilibrium
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- friction
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