Gravity in Space
Gravity in Space
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Performance Expectation
Performance Expectation
MS-ESS1-2: Develop and use a model to describe the role of gravity in the motions within galaxies and the solar system.
In Student-Friendly Words...
In Student-Friendly Words...
I can explain how gravity keeps planets, moons, and stars moving through space.
Big Ideas
Big Ideas
Gravity is the force that keeps objects in orbit.
Gravity holds the solar system together.
Gravity also holds galaxies together.
The strength of gravity depends on the masses of objects and the distance between them.
See also: MS-PS2-4 Gravitational Forces
Interactive Learning
Interactive Learning
Watch & Learn
Watch & Learn
Is There Gravity In Space?
Is There Gravity In Space?
Everything Revolves Around You
Everything Revolves Around You
Why Doesn't the Moon Fall to Earth? Exploring Orbits and Gravity
Why Doesn't the Moon Fall to Earth? Exploring Orbits and Gravity
Gravity Explained Simply
Gravity Explained Simply
Real-World Connections
Real-World Connections
Satellites
Satellites
GPS, weather, television, and communication satellites stay in orbit because of gravity.
Space Travel
Space Travel
Engineers have to understand gravity when launching spacecraft and planning missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
The Moon
The Moon
The Moon stays in orbit around Earth because of gravity rather than simply flying away into space.
Your Future
Your Future
Careers in aviation, engineering, astronomy, and space exploration all depend on understanding how gravity affects motion.
Take It Further
Take It Further
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