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Homework Statement
what direction do the gravitational force point between a sateellite and eart
Homework Equations
dont think there an equation?
The Attempt at a Solution
can someone explain to me if they know ..
Gravitational force is a natural phenomenon by which objects with mass are attracted to one another. It is responsible for the motion of planets, moons, and other celestial bodies in space.
Gravitational force is caused by the curvature of spacetime, which is created by the mass of an object. The larger the mass of an object, the stronger its gravitational force. This force pulls objects towards each other, keeping them in orbit or causing them to fall towards each other.
The formula for gravitational force is F = G (m1m2)/ r^2, where F is the force, G is the gravitational constant, m1 and m2 are the masses of the two objects, and r is the distance between them.
Gravitational force is measured using a unit called Newtons (N). This unit measures the force between two objects with a mass of 1 kilogram, separated by a distance of 1 meter.
Some examples of gravitational force in everyday life include the Earth orbiting around the Sun, the Moon orbiting around the Earth, and objects falling towards the ground due to the Earth's gravitational pull. Gravitational force also plays a role in the tides, the formation of galaxies, and the stability of planetary systems.