 There
is a difference between mass and weight. For example, your body is made up of the same
mass that will not change when you travel on all of the planets. However, your weight will
be lighter or heavier depending on the gravity of the planet. Here is a table of weight
factors for each of the nine planets.
How much would you weigh if you lived on a different planet?
| Planet |
Weight |
Multiplier |
Factor |
| Mercury |
Earth weight |
´ |
0.38 |
| Venus |
Earth weight |
´ |
0.91 |
| Earth |
Earth weight |
´ |
1.00 |
| Mars |
Earth weight |
´ |
0.38 |
| Jupiter |
Earth weight |
´ |
2.60 |
| Saturn |
Earth weight |
´ |
1.10 |
| Uranus |
Earth weight |
´ |
0.90 |
| Neptune |
Earth weight |
´ |
1.20 |
| Pluto |
Earth weight |
´ |
0.08 |
Paul weighs 200 pounds (lbs.). What will his weight be if he stands on the surface of
Venus?
 
200 x 0.91 = 182 pounds
Mary weighs 120 lbs. How much will she weigh if she visits Mars?
Estimate the Answer:
 Less than 50 pounds
Between 50 and 60 pounds
Over 60 pounds
 
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