Gravitational fields Flashcards
1
Q
field
A
region in which every point is affected by a force
2
Q
gravitational field
A
region of space surrounding a body in which another body experiences a force of gravitational attraction
3
Q
gravitational field strength
A
same for all bodies in the field, force felt per kg
4
Q
centre of gravity
A
point on object where weight/force acts, where the mass of a body appears to act