Benchmark 3 topic: Gravity in space

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Gravitational force differs based on two things. It increases with increasing ___________. It decreases with increasing __________ .

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mass distance

Front

Mass varies depending on where the object is located.

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False

Front

Which model is displaying the most gravitational force of attraction? (Options: Model 1, Model 2, Model 3)

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Model 3

Front

What do the arrows represent in the models?

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the direction of the force

Front

Gravity

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the force of attraction that pulls objects towards each other because of their masses

Front

Newton's Universal Law of Gravitation claims that the attraction between objects with mass depend on what 2 things?

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mass and distance

Front

What force acts as gravity's "pair" when someone is standing on the ground?

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normal force

Front

Which system has the greater gravitational attraction between the two objects?

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System B

Front

Which system has the greater gravitational pull between the two objects?

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System 2

Front

If the distance between objects decreases and they get closer together, the force of gravity...

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increase