Gravity

Monday, October 13th, 2008

Can't say I ever really understood Einstein's Theory of General Relativity but then I never studied it either. I am OK with the Special Theory but that is a different matter.

I was wondering the other day what it would be like if the Earth's gravity was say 10 or 20% less than it is. Well, it might be less taxing on our bodies for a start and planes might need less effort to get across the sky. Sporting records would be even better. Objects would fall more slowly so we'd have a better chance of catching that falling dinner plate. Balls used in sport would fly even higher.

But I am not sure of the downsides and no doubt there are some. And sure, I am fully aware of the difference between mass and weight. Perhaps someone could enlighten me here.