MOY 2024 Review 7.8BCA, 7.9ABC

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What factors determine the gravitational pull between two objects?

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Mass and distance are the key factors that determine the gravitational pull between two objects.

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Why does a golf ball travel farther on the moon than on Earth when hit with the same force?

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A golf ball travels farther on the moon because there is a greater gravitational pull on Earth pulling the ball down.

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Which shape do most asteroids have and why?

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Most asteroids are irregularly shaped due to weak gravitational pull caused by their small size.

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What is the difference between planets and dwarf planets?

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Dwarf planets share their orbital paths with other objects of similar size, while planets do not.

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What is gravitational pull?

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Gravitational pull is the force that attracts two bodies towards each other, depending on their masses and the distance between them.

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How does mass affect gravitational attraction?

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

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What role does distance play in gravitational attraction?

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The greater the distance between two objects, the weaker the gravitational pull between them.

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What is the significance of the shape of celestial bodies?

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The shape of celestial bodies, such as being spherical, is influenced by their gravitational pull and size.

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What is the difference between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and closer to the Sun, while outer planets are gas giants and farther from the Sun.

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What is an example of a dwarf planet?

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Pluto is an example of a dwarf planet.