Gravitational Forces

Front

The amount of attraction between two objects which are not in contact with each other is known as the _________.

Back

Gravitational force.

Front

What is the proper setup of the gravitational force formula?

Back

F_g= G (m₁m₂)/r².

Front

What effect does increasing the distance between the two objects do to the gravitational force?

Back

It decreases.

Front

When do gravitational forces exist between two objects?

Back

They are always present between any two objects.

Front

Which of the following changes would increase the gravitational force between two objects?

Back

Increase the mass.

Front

Define gravitational force.

Back

The force of attraction between two masses.

Front

What does 'G' represent in the gravitational force formula?

Back

G is the gravitational constant.

Front

How does mass affect gravitational force?

Back

Gravitational force increases with greater mass.

Front

What is the relationship between gravitational force and distance?

Back

Gravitational force decreases as distance increases.

Front

What is the formula for gravitational force?

Back

F_g= G (m₁m₂)/r².