Gravity

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What would happen to everything without the force of gravity?

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Everything would fly off into space.

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In the context of gravity, what does 'up' mean?

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'Up' means away from the Earth.

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Who was the first scientist to seriously study gravity?

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Isaac Newton.

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What happens to a thrown ball after it goes up or sideways?

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It will fall to the ground.

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What effect does gravity have on unsupported objects near the Earth's surface?

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It causes all unsupported objects to fall down.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies towards each other.

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How does gravity affect the motion of planets?

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Gravity keeps planets in orbit around the sun.

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What is the relationship between mass and gravity?

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The greater the mass of an object, the stronger its gravitational pull.

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What is the acceleration due to gravity near the Earth's surface?

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Approximately 9.81 m/s².

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How does gravity affect tides on Earth?

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The gravitational pull of the moon and sun causes tides.