Gravity

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is the force of attraction between two or more masses.

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What causes planets to orbit the Sun?

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Planets orbit the Sun because it is the most massive object in our solar system, exerting the greatest gravitational pull.

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How many planets are in our solar system?

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There are 8 known planets in our solar system.

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Which planet is the largest in our solar system?

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Jupiter is the biggest planet in our solar system.

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What is a nebula?

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A nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space, often the birthplace of stars.

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What role does the Sun play in the solar system?

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The Sun is the central star of our solar system, providing light and heat, and its gravitational pull keeps the planets in orbit.

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What is the relationship between mass and gravity?

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The greater the mass of an object, the stronger its gravitational pull.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.

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What is a black hole?

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A black hole is a region in space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape from it.

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How does gravity affect the motion of objects in space?

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Gravity influences the trajectory and speed of objects, causing them to follow curved paths, such as orbits.