Dynamics and the Laws of Interaction · Mechanics & Motion

Universal Gravitation

Examining the fundamental force of gravity and its role in planetary motion and satellite orbits.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the inverse square law explain the stability of orbits in our solar system?
  2. 2What variables affect the gravitational field strength on different planetary bodies?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply gravitational theory to calculate the altitude of a geostationary satellite?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Dynamics - Grade 11
Grade: Grade 11
Subject: Physics
Unit: Dynamics and the Laws of Interaction
Period: Mechanics & Motion

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