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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