Gravitational Forces Between Objects

Front

What is the term for the gases that encircle Earth?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What does the gravitational force between Earth and the Sun cause?

Back

Earth's orbit

Front

What pulls objects toward the center of Earth?

Back

Gravity

Front

What happens to the gravitational force as two objects get farther apart?

Back

The gravitational force becomes weaker.

Front

What does gravity cause all objects to do toward the Earth?

Back

Accelerate at the same rate.

Front

What is the force that attracts two objects with mass toward each other?

Back

Gravitational force.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and gravitational force?

Back

Greater mass results in a stronger gravitational force.

Front

What is the effect of gravity on ocean tides?

Back

Gravity causes ocean tides to rise and fall.

Front

What is the term for the weight of an object due to gravity?

Back

Weight.

Front

How does gravity affect the motion of planets in the solar system?

Back

Gravity keeps planets in orbit around the Sun.