Podcast
Questions and Answers
Gravitational force only acts on objects that are moving.
Gravitational force only acts on objects that are moving.
False (B)
The formula for gravitational force is $F = G \frac{m_1 m_2}{r^2}$.
The formula for gravitational force is $F = G \frac{m_1 m_2}{r^2}$.
True (A)
The unit of measurement for force is Joules.
The unit of measurement for force is Joules.
False (B)
Gravitational attraction increases as the distance between two objects decreases.
Gravitational attraction increases as the distance between two objects decreases.
The gravitational force is inversely proportional to the cubes of the distances between objects.
The gravitational force is inversely proportional to the cubes of the distances between objects.
Flashcards
Gravitational Force
Gravitational Force
The force of attraction between two objects with mass.
Formula for Gravitational Force
Formula for Gravitational Force
F = G * (m1 * m2) / r^2
Effect of Mass on Force
Effect of Mass on Force
Greater mass leads to stronger attraction.
Effect of Distance on Force
Effect of Distance on Force
Signup and view all the flashcards
Unit of Force
Unit of Force
Signup and view all the flashcards
