Forces, Motion, and Space · Physical Science
Gravity and Orbits
Exploring how gravity keeps planets in orbit and the life cycle of stars.
Key Questions
- 1What prevents the moon from falling into the Earth?
- 2How does the mass of a star determine its ultimate fate?
- 3Why do we weigh different amounts on different planets?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS3: Science - Space PhysicsKS3: Science - Forces and Motion
Year: Year 9
Subject: Science
Unit: Forces, Motion, and Space
Period: Physical Science
Suggested Methodologies
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