gravitational fields Flashcards

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State what is represented by gravitational field lines.

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Gravitational field lines show the direction (and relative magnitude) of force on a mass (placed in the force field) ✔
Or
The direction a stationary/placed mass would (initially) move.

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Suggest why the field lines converge over a small area at K.

uniform lines other than at K

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(Lines are closer together so) the field is stronger ✔

(Material forming the Earth) at K has a high(er) density (than the surrounding material) ✔

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