Gravitational Forces Between Objects

Front

What is the term for the gases that encircle Earth?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What does the gravitational force between Earth and the Sun cause?

Back

Earth's orbit

Front

What happens to the gravitational force as two objects get farther apart?

Back

The gravitational force becomes weaker.

Front

What is mass?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter that makes up an object.

Front

What does gravity cause all objects to do toward the Earth?

Back

Accelerate toward the Earth at the same rate.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies toward each other.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and gravitational force?

Back

The greater the mass of an object, the stronger the gravitational force it exerts.

Front

What is the effect of gravity on ocean tides?

Back

Gravity causes ocean tides due to the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun.

Front

What is the role of gravity in the formation of planets?

Back

Gravity pulls together gas and dust to form planets.

Front

How does gravity affect the motion of falling objects?

Back

Gravity causes all falling objects to accelerate downward at 9.8 m/s².