ESS1.1 and ESS1.2 Universe Expansion and Gravity Flashcard Review

Front

What is the relationship between mass and gravitational force?

Back

Gravitational force is stronger on more massive objects.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-4

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What happens to light from an object moving toward you?

Back

It shifts toward the blue side of the spectrum.

Front

What is the path a planet takes around the sun called?

Back

Orbit or Revolution.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-4

Front

Does gravity attract all objects toward one another?

Back

True.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-4

Front

What two factors affect the magnitude of the gravitational force between two objects?

Back

Mass and distance.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-4

Front

What is gravity?

Back

A force that attracts two bodies toward each other.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-4

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How does distance affect gravitational force?

Back

As distance increases, gravitational force decreases.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-4

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What is the effect of mass on gravitational force?

Back

Greater mass results in a stronger gravitational force.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-4

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of an object around its axis; revolution is the movement of an object around another object.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the significance of the blue shift in astronomy?

Back

It indicates that an object is moving toward the observer.

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NGSS.HS-PS4-1