Budding scientists fall hard for a gravitational field strength activity! Physics pupils compare the masses and distances relative to the center of planets using an interactive from a Circular and Satellite Motion series. Individuals work through three sets of questions to develop an understanding of gravitational field strength.

Concepts

gravitational field, gravity, force of gravity, mass, distance, planets, force

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Print out the questions and distribute one to each student as an exit ticket 
• Pair the interactive with a universal gravitation lesson
  

Classroom Considerations

• Be sure to cover the gravitational field strength calculation in depth before assigning the interactive
  

Pros

• Illustrations within each question help scholars relate masses and distances more easily
• The resource is full of teacher tips and related activities
  

Cons

• None