Gravity: REVIEW

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What is gravity?

Back

A force that pulls objects toward one another.

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What is a force?

Back

A push or pull that changes the position of something.

Front

What happens without gravity?

Back

We would float away.

Front

Is sliding down a slide an example of overcoming gravity?

Back

No.

Front

What does gravity do to a baseball thrown into the air?

Back

It pulls it back to earth.

Front

What is an example of gravity in action?

Back

An apple falling from a tree.

Front

What keeps planets in orbit around the sun?

Back

Gravity.

Front

What is the opposite of gravity?

Back

There is no true opposite, but forces like thrust can counteract it.

Front

How does gravity affect weight?

Back

Weight is the force of gravity acting on an object.

Front

What is the unit of measurement for force?

Back

Newton.