To measure weight, a scale. To measure mass, a balance.
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The same units as mass, for objects in the same gravitational reference frame.
Weight is a measurement on the continuous scale, and in measured in Newtons of pound-weights. It is a variable measure, which depends on the gravitational forces exerted by all other objects in the vicinity. [Theoretically, it is ALL other objects in the universe but since the effect drops off very rapidly, only nearby objects are relevant].
meter stick is used to measure dimensional objects
Weight.
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