The strength of gravity on Mars is about 40% of that on Earth. If an astronaut were to visit Mars, what would happen to their mass and weight compared to when they were on Earth?
A) Their weight would be the same, but their mass would be less.
B) Their weight and mass would both be less than when they were on Earth.
C) Their weight and mass would both be unchanged from when they were on Earth.
D) Their mass would be the same, but their weight would be less.

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Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object and does not change with location. Weight is the force of gravity on an object and would be less on Mars due to its weaker gravity.

The Strength of Gravity on Mars Is About 40% of That