Gravity Intro - Anne Elizabeth Franck | Library

Instructions

Based on the activity we did together in class, answer the following True or False Questions

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Objects are pulled toward Earth by a gravitational force.

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The smaller the object, the greater the force

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Mass and weight have the same meaning.

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Two objects are moving away from each other, so their gravitational force will increase.

Your weight is the force of gravity on you. This force changes depending on what planet you are on. In this activity, you will calculate your weight on three different planets.

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Estimate your weight here on Earth.

To determine your weight on each planet, multiply your weight on Earth by the force of gravity for each planet below. 

Weight on Earth x Gravity = Weight on Planet

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Record your weight on Mars

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Record your weight on Jupiter

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Record your weight on Saturn

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On what planet was your weight the lowest?

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Were there any planets where you would actually weigh more than on Earth?

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Why do you believe your weight would be different on these planets? It might help to look back at the True or False statements. Answer in complete sentences.