Forces at a Distance

Front

What is the definition of gravitational force?

Back

Gravitational force is the attractive force between two masses, which depends on the mass of the objects and the distance between them.

Front

Does mass vary depending on location?

Back

False. Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object and does not change with location.

Front

How does the gravitational pull of the sun change as you move away from it?

Back

The gravitational pull of the sun gets weaker as you move further away.

Front

What two factors affect gravitational force?

Back

Gravitational force increases with increasing mass and decreases with increasing distance.

Front

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

Back

Approximately 9.8 m/s² downward.

Front

What happens to the horizontal component of a projectile's velocity?

Back

The horizontal component of a projectile's velocity remains constant.

Front

What is the effect of gravity on projectiles?

Back

Gravity accelerates projectiles downward as they move through the air.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and gravitational force?

Back

Gravitational force increases with greater mass.

Front

What is the relationship between distance and gravitational force?

Back

Gravitational force decreases as the distance between two masses increases.

Front

What is an example of a force at a distance?

Back

Gravity is a force that acts at a distance, pulling objects toward each other.