Middle School Physical Science Flashcards: Motion Caused By Gravity

Study Motion Caused By Gravity in Middle School Physical Science with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What two factors determine the strength of the gravitational force between two objects?

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ANSWER

The objects' masses and the distance between them. These are the only two variables in Newton's law of universal gravitation.

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This deck focuses on Motion Caused By Gravity, giving you a quick way to review the definitions, rules, and examples that matter most for Middle School Physical Science.

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A satellite moves sideways around Earth in a nearly circular path instead of flying off into space in a straight line. What role does gravity play in keeping it in orbit? Motion: orbiting (curved path around Earth) Gravitational force: toward Earth's center Effect: changes direction of velocity (inward acceleration)

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