Circular Motion and Gravitation · Semester 1

Introduction to Gravity and Weight

Understand gravity as a force, differentiate between mass and weight, and explore its effects on Earth.

Key Questions

  1. Explain what gravity is and how it affects objects on Earth.
  2. Differentiate between mass and weight, and explain why weight can change but mass remains constant.
  3. Analyze how gravity causes objects to fall and keeps us on the ground.

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Forces and Pressure - Secondary
Level: JC 2
Subject: Physics
Unit: Circular Motion and Gravitation
Period: Semester 1

Suggested Methodologies

Concept Mapping

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20–40 min

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Think-Pair-Share

Individual reflection, then partner discussion, then class share-out

10–20 min

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