Dear Jay

[Element 117]

Alright, fine. I'll stop complaining about Jay and ask him a serious question, since this is a point that bugs me. Maybe he can answer it.

Dear Jay:
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G is a constant that represents what?

 

[Jay]

The constant of proportionality G is known as the universal gravitational constant. It is termed a "universal constant" because it is thought to be the same at all places and all times, and thus universally characterizes the intrinsic strength of the gravitational force.

Knowing this won't get you laid BTW. Use this knowledge with discretion.

 

[Element 117]

Well, I'll be damned. Thank you.