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What happens to gravity in the middle of planets and stars? Is there some sort of a singularity in the middle where gravity confurgies? Do we have any idea how gravity acts in the middle of our own planet?
binbots said:What happens to gravity in the middle of planets and stars? Is there some sort of a singularity in the middle where gravity confurgies? Do we have any idea how gravity acts in the middle of our own planet?
binbots said:confurgies?
binbots said:What happens to gravity in the middle of planets and stars? Is there some sort of a singularity in the middle where gravity confurgies? Do we have any idea how gravity acts in the middle of our own planet?
jtbell said:Eh, what?
I did a Google search on the word "confurgies" and your post was the only hit! Congratulations!
OK, now I think I see... you meant "converges", right?
Gravity is a fundamental force that is responsible for keeping planets and stars in orbit. The main difference in gravity between planets and stars is their mass and size. Planets have a much smaller mass and size compared to stars, which means their gravitational pull is weaker. Stars, on the other hand, have a larger mass and size, resulting in a stronger gravitational pull.
Gravity affects the motion of objects on planets and stars by pulling them towards the center of mass. This results in objects falling towards the surface of the planet or star, known as free fall. The strength of gravity also determines the speed at which objects fall, with larger objects falling faster due to their stronger gravitational pull.
Gravity plays a crucial role in the formation of planets and stars. It begins with the collapse of a cloud of gas and dust under its own gravity. As the cloud collapses, it heats up and forms a protostar. The continued contraction of the protostar eventually leads to the formation of a star. In the case of planets, the leftover material from the formation of a star clumps together due to gravity, forming planets.
Gravity cannot be artificially created on planets and stars. It is a natural force that exists due to the mass and density of an object. However, on Earth, we can simulate gravity through centrifugal force, such as in amusement park rides or space stations. Scientists are also researching ways to manipulate gravity, but this technology is still in its early stages.
Gravity affects the shape of planets and stars by pulling their mass towards the center, creating a spherical shape. The more massive an object is, the stronger its gravitational pull, resulting in a more spherical shape. Smaller objects, such as asteroids or comets, may have irregular shapes due to their weaker gravitational pull.