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What is gravity?
What is gravity?
What keeps the planets orbiting the sun?
What keeps the planets orbiting the sun?
Why do you feel heavier on Jupiter than on Earth?
Why do you feel heavier on Jupiter than on Earth?
What would happen to Earth's atmosphere without gravity?
What would happen to Earth's atmosphere without gravity?
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What causes tides on Earth?
What causes tides on Earth?
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What is the relationship between gravity and distance?
What is the relationship between gravity and distance?
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Which of these scientists made important discoveries about gravity?
Which of these scientists made important discoveries about gravity?
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How does gravity affect weather patterns?
How does gravity affect weather patterns?
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Why do astronauts float in space stations?
Why do astronauts float in space stations?
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Which of these has the strongest gravitational pull?
Which of these has the strongest gravitational pull?
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Flashcards
Gravity
Gravity
A force that pulls objects toward each other, keeping them grounded.
Mass
Mass
The amount of matter in an object; more mass means a stronger gravitational pull.
Weight on Different Planets
Weight on Different Planets
Weight varies by planet due to gravity differences; you weigh less on the Moon than Earth.
Gravity in Space
Gravity in Space
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Gravity and Distance
Gravity and Distance
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Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation
Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation
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Einstein's Theory of Gravity
Einstein's Theory of Gravity
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Tides and the Moon
Tides and the Moon
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Atmosphere and Gravity
Atmosphere and Gravity
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Importance of Gravity
Importance of Gravity
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Study Notes
Gravity Explained
- Gravity is a force that pulls objects towards each other.
- It causes things to fall to the ground.
- It keeps planets in orbit around the sun.
- Without gravity, objects would float freely.
Gravity and Mass
- Every object has mass, which is the amount of matter it contains.
- More mass means a stronger gravitational pull.
- Earth's gravity is stronger than the moon's, and the sun's is the strongest in our solar system.
- A boulder has more mass than a pebble.
Gravity in Space
- Gravity keeps planets orbiting the sun.
- Moons orbit planets due to gravity.
- Astronauts float in space stations because they are far from Earth's strong gravitational pull, though they are still affected by it.
- Planets don't crash into the sun due to its great distance.
Weight Variation
- Weight varies on different planets.
- Weight on Earth is different than weight on Jupiter, the Moon, or Mars.
- For example, a 100-pound person on Earth would weigh 253 pounds on Jupiter and 17 pounds on the moon.
Gravity and Distance
- Gravity weakens as distance increases.
- Closer objects exert stronger gravitational pull.
- The moon's gravity affects Earth's tides more than the sun's, although the sun also has an impact.
Gravity and Earth's Atmosphere
- Gravity holds Earth's atmosphere in place.
- It influences air circulation, with hot air rising and cold air falling, thereby creating wind.
- Without gravity, Earth’s atmosphere would dissipate into space.
The Moon's Gravity and Tides
- The moon's gravity pulls on Earth's oceans, causing high and low tides.
- The tides change as Earth rotates.
- The sun also affects tides, but less than the moon.
- There are two high tides each day.
Famous Gravity Scientists
- Sir Isaac Newton discovered the law of universal gravitation.
- He realized gravity works on Earth and in space.
- Albert Einstein showed gravity affects light.
- Their work helps us understand the universe better.
Gravity's Importance
- Gravity keeps us on Earth.
- It helps planets and moons orbit.
- It creates tides in oceans.
- It holds our atmosphere.
- It affects weather patterns.
- Gravity's importance is evident in many aspects of daily life.
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Description
Explore the fundamental concepts of gravity, including its effects on objects, the relationship between mass and gravitational pull, and how gravity operates in space. Discover why weight varies on different planets and learn about the importance of gravity in keeping celestial bodies in motion.
