Gravity in Space Reading Comprehension Question Check

Gravity in Space Reading Comprehension Question Check

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Science

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is gravity?

Back

The force of attraction between two objects due to their masses.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does gravity play in keeping satellites in orbit around Earth?

Back

It pulls them towards Earth while their forward motion keeps them in orbit.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What would happen to the planets if the Sun’s gravitational pull disappeared?

Back

They would fly off into space.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the Moon’s gravity affect tides on Earth?

Back

It creates bulges in Earth’s oceans, causing tides.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does gravity affect objects in our solar system?

Back

It determines their motion, keeping them in orbit and affecting their speed and direction.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the relationship between mass and gravity?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does distance affect gravitational force?

Back

The farther apart two objects are, the weaker the gravitational force between them.

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