Question

Explain the difference between mass and weight and how are they measured

Answer 1

Mass is the actual amount of material contained in a body and is measured in kg, gm, etc. Whereas weight is the force exerted by the gravity on that object mg. Note that mass is independent of everything.

Answer 2

Mass is the amount of matter in an object. Mass is often measured in kilograms or grams. The masses of two objects are compared using a balance. Weight is the downward pull on an object due to gravity. Weight is often measured in newtons or pounds, using a spring scale.