Definition

1. Noun:
   • (Physics) The universal constant relating force to mass and distance in Newton's law of gravitation: The constant of gravitation is a fundamental physical constant that appears in Newton's law of universal gravitation. It quantifies the strength of the gravitational force between two objects.

Usage

• The constant of gravitation is used in physics to calculate the gravitational force between two masses.
• It is a key component in equations describing celestial mechanics, orbital motion, and gravitational fields.
• It is typically denoted by the symbol G.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Newton's law of universal gravitation includes the constant of gravitation, G.
  • The precise value of the constant of gravitation is difficult to measure experimentally.
  • Calculating the force between Earth and the Moon requires the constant of gravitation.

Advanced Usage

• "The gravitational constant": This is a common synonym for the constant of gravitation.
  • The gravitational constant is one of the least precisely known fundamental constants.

Variants and Related Words

• Gravitational Constant (n): A synonymous term for the constant of gravitation.
• Newton's Constant (n): Another name for the constant of gravitation, referring to Isaac Newton.
• Universal Gravitational Constant (n): A fuller term emphasizing its applicability throughout the universe.

Synonyms

• Gravitational Constant
• Newton's Constant
• Universal Gravitational Constant

Related Phrases

• Newton's law of universal gravitation: The physical law in which the constant of gravitation appears.
  • Newton's law of universal gravitation states that force is proportional to the product of the masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance, with the constant of gravitation as the proportionality constant.

Noun

1. (physics) the universal constant relating force to mass and distance in Newton's law of gravitation