Forces, Motion, and Space · Physical Science

Gravity and Orbits

Exploring how gravity keeps planets in orbit and the life cycle of stars.

Key Questions

  1. 1What prevents the moon from falling into the Earth?
  2. 2How does the mass of a star determine its ultimate fate?
  3. 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

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