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Complete the following statement: Near the surface of the earth, the weight of an object
Two objects with masses m and M are separated by a distance d. If the distance between the objects is increased to 4d, how does the gravitational force between them change?
Reasons why the value of acceleration due to gravity is not the same everywhere on earth
The Earth is not spherical, the Earth is rotating on an axis, the matter from which Earth is made is not uniformly distributed or of uniform density.
Does the location of the moon in its orbit affect the value of g?
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Hypothetically speaking, if an object were located at the center of the Earth, the gravitational force on that object due to the surrounding Earth would have which of the following values?
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Which one of the following statements represents the Law of Periods?
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Consider the following eccentricities of the orbits. Which of these eccentricity values is most circular?
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What are Kepler's laws?
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What is the law of orbits?
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What is an orbit?
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What is eccentricity?
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What is the law of areas?
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What is the law of periods?
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What is gravitational potential energy?
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What is the shell theorem?
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What is the branch of physics called that involves the study and application of the thermal energy of systems?
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What is unique about the Kelvin temperature scale?
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What does the zeroth law of thermodynamics concern?
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Which one of the following variables is the best indicator of thermal equilibrium between two systems in thermal contact?
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Complete the following statement: A temperature decrease of 30 C° is equal to a temperature decrease of
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Three thermometers are in the same water bath. After thermal equilibrium is established, it is found that the Celsius thermometer reads 100 °C, the Fahrenheit thermometer reads 212 °F, and the Kelvin thermometer reads 273 K. Which one of the following statements is the most reasonable conclusion?
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On one very cold winter evening, iron pipes containing water burst open. What caused this catastrophe?
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Complete the following statement: The term heat most accurately describes
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Heat is expressed in the same units as which one of the following quantities?
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What is the zeroth law of thermodynamics?
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What is absolute zero?
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In Kelvin, what is the extrapolated temperature at which a gas would exert no pressure?
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When the temperature increases, does the average distance between atoms increase or decrease?
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If we change the temperature of a rod but prevent it from expanding or contracting, what develops?
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What is a calorie?
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What is conduction?
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What is convection?
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What is radiation?
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Study Notes
Gravitational Concepts
- Weight of an object near Earth's surface is the gravitational force exerted by Earth on the object.
- Gravitational force between two masses decreases when distance increases; increasing distance to 4d results in force becoming one-sixteenth as great.
- Variations in the acceleration due to gravity across Earth are due to the planet's non-spherical shape, rotation, and uneven mass distribution.
- Location of the Moon in its orbit does not affect the value of gravitational acceleration (g).
- At the Earth's center, gravitational force on an object would be zero newtons due to uniform distribution of matter.
Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion
- Kepler's laws include: Law of Orbits (planets move in ellipses), Law of Areas (sweeping areas at the same rate), and Law of Periods (square of the period is proportional to the cube of the semimajor axis).
- Eccentricity value of zero indicates a perfectly circular orbit; higher values indicate more elongated orbits.
Thermodynamics Principles
- The branch of physics studying thermal energy and its applications is called thermodynamics.
- Kelvin temperature scale is unique as it has an absolute zero limit, representing no thermal energy.
- Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics establishes thermal equilibrium, indicating two bodies don’t exchange heat if at the same temperature.
- Thermal equilibrium is best indicated by the temperature of systems in contact.
Temperature Scales and Changes
- A decrease of 30°C equates to a decrease of 30 K, as both scales measure temperature change equally.
- Observations of thermometers in thermal equilibrium (Celsius at 100°C, Fahrenheit at 212°F, Kelvin at 273K) suggest that the Kelvin thermometer is accurate.
- Water expands upon freezing, which can cause pipes to burst when water freezes within them.
Heat Transfer Mechanisms
- Heat describes the flow of energy due to a temperature difference and is measured in the same units as work.
- Conduction occurs through direct contact, convection involves mass movement of fluids, and radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves without needing matter.
Special Terms
- Gravitational potential energy is linked to a pair of particles and can't be separated between them; it is a conservative force.
- Shell theorem states a uniform shell of matter exerts no net gravitational force on a particle within it.
- Calorie is defined as the heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1°C.
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Test your understanding of gravitational concepts and Kepler's laws of planetary motion. This quiz covers essential topics such as gravitational force, variations in acceleration due to gravity, and the characteristics of orbits as described by Kepler. Explore the fascinating laws that govern celestial movements and understand the dynamics of our universe.