

Gravity and Orbits in Astronomy Simulation
Interactive Video
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Physics, Science, Mathematics
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9th - 10th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Patricia Brown
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step to start the PHET simulation on gravity and orbits?
Click on the main link within the class
Adjust the star mass
Turn on the velocity
Reset the simulation
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following can be adjusted in the simulation to observe changes in gravitational forces?
The mass of the star or planet
The speed of light
The size of the grid
The color of the Earth
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What shape is the Earth's orbit around the Sun according to the simulation?
Triangular
Elliptical
Square
Perfect circle
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to the Earth's orbit when the mass of the Sun is increased?
The Earth stops orbiting
The orbit becomes larger
The orbit becomes smaller
The orbit remains unchanged
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does changing the mass of the Earth affect its orbit?
The orbit remains unchanged
The Earth moves faster
The orbit becomes circular
The orbit becomes elliptical
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the central object's mass in determining the orbit?
It determines the color of the orbit
It has no effect
It changes the speed of the orbit
It affects the size and shape of the orbit
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What unique path does the Moon follow as it orbits the Earth and the Sun?
A zigzag path
A looping path
A straight line
A perfect circle
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