Because a bowling ball is an object, it has mass. If you can remember what you studied in high school you will probably understand what mass is. Well, it is the amount of matter present in an object or particle. Mass is dimensionless. But because a bowling ball is solid, it has dimension.
Today’s article will focus on bowling balls and their total mass. Here, I will also tell you all how to measure the mass of a bowling ball. So does this sound like your cup of tea? Stay tuned to learn the ins and outs of bowling ball mass.
What is the mass of a bowling ball?
The mass of a standard adult bowling ball is typically between 6 and 16 pounds (2.7 to 7.3 kilograms). However, there are also smaller and larger variations available.
You wanna know details, right? Before I discuss the total mass of a bowling ball, let me tell you an interesting fact about bowling balls. Some bowling balls float. What?! As crazy as it sounds, you read it right. Bowling balls that are under 12 lbs can float. However, 13 lbs to 16 lbs bowling balls don’t. Why so? Well, you gotta think of density now. Naturally, the heavier bowling balls will have more mass and the lightweight bowling balls will have less mass.
We already know that heavier bowling balls have weight blocks on the inside. This is where these bowling balls get the majority of their weight. The coverstock is just a protective layer that is promoting special ball motions. So to know the total mass of a bowling ball, all you have to do is first know the bowling ball’s weight.
Physicists calculate the mass of the earth, which is another dense, and of course, heavy object, by the mass density of solid objects, such as rock, dirt, etc. But the bowling ball is not orbiting around the sun, is it? So to know the mass of a bowling ball, all you have to do is put your bowling ball on a weight scale. What does the scale say? The number that will appear on the screen is the Force which is indicated with F.
Now, what is the formula of force? F = m x g, where m is the mass of the object, and g is gravity.
The value of gravity on the Earth is g = 9.8m/s2
So let’s say, you weighed a 16 lbs bowling ball.
So F = 7.26 kg
This gives you, m= 7.26 kg.
Here, the earth’s gravitational force is not calculated because the weight is measured on a scale that is on earth.
How do you find the mass of a bowling ball?
The easiest way to know a ball’s mass is by learning how to convert the pound to kg.
Know that, 1 kg = 2.2 lbs
And, 1 pound = 0.454 kg.
So to know your ball’s mass in kg, simply multiply the weight of your bowling ball by 0.454, and voila! You will have your answer. Pretty easy, don’t you think?
Conclusion
So there you go, folks! This is how to find out the mass of your bowling ball. Just some basic mathematical calculation. I hope this article helped you gain some knowledge that might be helpful for you someday. If you have any more questions on your mind, do not hesitate to leave a comment to get in touch with me. I will try to answer all of your questions, one by one. Till then, good luck and keep on bowling, my fellow bowlers! See ya later!
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Jess Pinelli is a dedicated bowling enthusiast with a deep love for the sport that spans over 6 years. With numerous strikes, spares, and a few gutter balls under hes belt, he has honed his skills on lanes across the country. Pinelli’s journey in the world of bowling has been a remarkable one, from casual weekend games with friends to competitive league play and even a few local tournaments.
Driven by her passion for the game, Pinelli decided to channel her expertise and knowledge into the digital realm, becoming a prolific author on this bowling website. She’s your go-to source for everything bowling-related, from mastering the perfect hook to choosing the right bowling ball and even navigating the world of bowling etiquette.
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