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identify why the term 'g force' is used to explain the forces acting on an astronaut during launch.

have no clue what to right
help would be very much appreciated :uhhuh:
 

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Using a g-force scale is easier than an absolute force scale, as astronauts all experiences different forces during launch.

Also because g-forces are just the multiples of a person's weight, so using it's useful for comparing different launches for people who would have different masses, etc.
 

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have u searched the forum?
yeh i have but they give weirdo answers which i dont like

Using a g-force scale is easier than an absolute force scale, as astronauts all experiences different forces during launch.

Also because g-forces are just the multiples of a person's weight, so using it's useful for comparing different launches for people who would have different masses, etc.

and thanks a lot makes more sense now
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