Scientists decide to send their first robotic dog to the moon. On Earth the small rocket the robotic pup is being sent on is packed with other technologies that will help to gather information once it lands. What will change when the dog lands on the moon? (select all that apply)
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the weight of the dog
the mass of the equipment
the weight of the rocket
the mass of the moon
When the dog lands on the moon, the following things will change:
- The weight of the dog: Due to the lower gravity on the moon compared to Earth, the dog will weigh less on the moon's surface.
- The weight of the rocket: Similarly, the weight of the rocket will also be reduced on the moon due to its lower gravity.
- The mass of the moon: The mass of the moon itself will remain unchanged, as it is an intrinsic property of the moon.
- The mass of the equipment: The mass of the equipment packed in the rocket will remain the same, as mass is an inherent property that does not change with location or environment.