Generation Genius Gravitational Forces

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What does the force of gravity depend on?

Back

The force of gravity depends on the mass of the objects and their distance apart.

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What is mass?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter that makes up an object.

Front

Why does a closed umbrella hit the ground before an open umbrella?

Back

The open umbrella had more air resistance.

Front

What pulls objects toward the center of Earth?

Back

Gravity pulls objects toward the center of Earth.

Front

What do astronomers study?

Back

Astronomers study space.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and weight?

Back

Weight is the force of gravity acting on an object's mass.

Front

What is air resistance?

Back

Air resistance is a force that opposes the motion of an object through the air.

Front

How does distance affect gravitational force?

Back

As the distance between two objects increases, the gravitational force between them decreases.

Front

What is the formula for calculating weight?

Back

Weight = mass × gravity.

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

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