Gravity & Overcoming Gravity

Front

What is gravity?

Back

A force that pulls objects toward Earth.

Front

Which force pulls an apple off a tree?

Back

Gravity.

Front

Why do astronauts float in space?

Back

There’s very little gravity.

Front

Which would fall faster in a vacuum (no air)?

Back

Both at the same time.

Front

What is a force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

What happens to objects in a vacuum?

Back

They fall at the same rate regardless of their mass.

Front

What is an example of gravity in everyday life?

Back

Dropping a ball and it falls to the ground.

Front

What keeps the Moon in orbit around the Earth?

Back

Gravity.

Front

What is the effect of gravity on weight?

Back

Gravity gives weight to objects.

Front

Can gravity be seen?

Back

No, but its effects can be observed.