gravitational mass

gravitational mass

noun Physics.
the mass of a body as measured by its gravitational attraction for other bodies.
Compare inertial mass.
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Gravitational mass is always a great word to know.
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gravitational mass
 
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Compare inertial mass the mass of a body determined by its response to the force of gravity

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