Which statement explains why astronauts appear to bounce when they are walking on the moon? (1 point)

Question

A. The force of air resistance acting on the astronauts is stronger on the moon than on Earth.

B. The force of gravity acting on the astronauts is stronger on the moon than on Earth.

C. The force of gravity acting on the astronauts is weaker on the moon than on Earth.

D. The force of air resistance acting on the astronauts is weaker on the moon than on Earth.

Answer 1

The correct statement is:

C. The force of gravity acting on the astronauts is weaker on the moon than on Earth.

This is because the Moon's gravity is about one-sixth that of Earth's, which causes astronauts to bounce in a way that is not seen on Earth.