Master the Laws of Gravity
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According to Newton's conjecture, what type of force is responsible for the moon's motion around the earth?

  • Gravitational force (correct)
  • Electromagnetic force
  • Centripetal force
  • Magnetic force

    • What made Newton start thinking about the force responsible for the moon's motion?

  • The motion of the stone on a thread
  • An apple falling on him (correct)
  • The moon going off in a straight line
  • The moon falling towards the earth

    • Why does the moon not appear to be falling towards the earth?

  • Because it is too far away
  • Because it is moving too fast
  • Because it is attracted by the sun
  • Because it is in a constant state of freefall (correct)

    • What is the purpose of the activity mentioned in the text?

    <p>To demonstrate centripetal force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Newton's conjecture about the moon's motion lead to?

    <p>The discovery of the law of gravity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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