Earth and Space Flashcards
1
Q
field
A
a space in which a particular force has an effect.
2
Q
magnetic field
A
the space around a magnet where has an effect
3
Q
gravitational feild
A
the space around an object where it’s gravity attracts things
4
Q
equation to work out weight
A
weight (N) = mass (kg) x gravitational field strength (N/kg)
5
Q
satellite
A
anything that orbits the earth
6
Q
constellation
A
a pattern of stars
7
Q
gravity
A
when two objects near each other exert a force that pulls them together
8
Q
stars
A
huge balls of gas to give out large amounts of energy
9
Q
one light year is..
A
the distance travelled by light in one year
