7.6 - ACCELERATION DUE TO GRAVITY BELOW AND ABOVE THE SURFACE OF EARTH
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Practice Questions
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What happens to gravity as you ascend to a higher altitude?
💡 Hint: Think about how far you are from the Earth.
What is the formula for gravitational force at height h?
💡 Hint: Remember the definitions of G, m, and distance.
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What is the effect on gravitational force as height increases?
💡 Hint: Remember the relationship between distance and force.
True or False: Gravity is strongest at the surface of Earth.
💡 Hint: Consider the different positions discussed.
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If an object is at a height of 5000 m, what percentage decrease in gravitational pull compared to the surface can be calculated?
💡 Hint: Use the reduction formula and express it as a percentage.
Create a model explaining why gravitational acceleration stabilizes at Earth's surface but decreases thereafter.
💡 Hint: Graphical representation can significantly enhance understanding.
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