Gravity Review

Front

What does the Sun's gravitational pull do to the planets in the solar system?

Back

It keeps planets orbiting around it.

Front

Does mass vary depending on where the object is located?

Back

False

Front

In a comparison of two systems, System A and System B, which system has a stronger gravitational pull if there is a difference?

Back

System B.

Front

If Venus is a smaller planet than Earth, how would a person's weight on Venus compare to their weight on Earth?

Back

A person would weigh less on Venus than they do on Earth.

Front

If my mass on Earth is 30 kg, what would my mass be on the Moon?

Back

30 kg.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies towards each other.

Front

What factors affect the strength of gravitational pull between two objects?

Back

Mass of the objects and distance between them.

Front

How does gravity affect the motion of planets?

Back

Gravity keeps planets in orbit around the Sun.

Front

What happens to an object's weight if it is taken to a planet with less gravity?

Back

The object's weight decreases.

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.