The Force of Gravity

Unknown Grade45 min

Learning Objective

I can describe the universal force of gravity and its role in keeping planets in orbit.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

4 min

Gravity | The Dr. Binocs Show | Learn Videos For Kids

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œDescribe how gravity affects the motion of the planets in our solar system. Include in your explanation how the mass of the sun contributes to this effect. Explain the role of gravity in keeping the moon in orbit around the Earth. Discuss how the gravitational pull of the Earth influences the moon's movement. ”

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