8-2: Gravity

Front

Who is credited with the law of universal gravitation?

Back

Newton

Front

What never changes no matter where in the universe?

Back

Mass

Front

If the mass of one of two spheres increases, how does it affect the gravity between the two spheres?

Back

The gravity increases.

Front

Is the force of gravity on an object a push or a pull?

Back

Pull

Front

Which model displays the most gravitational force of attraction?

Back

Model 3

Front

What is the formula for gravitational force?

Back

F = G * (m1 * m2) / r^2

Front

What does 'G' represent in the gravitational force formula?

Back

The gravitational constant.

Front

How does distance affect gravitational force?

Back

Gravitational force decreases as distance increases.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and gravitational force?

Back

Gravitational force increases with mass.

Front

What is weight?

Back

The force of gravity acting on an object's mass.