Universal Gravitation for Physical Science focuses on the scientific concepts that come into play when placing space vehicles or satellites in orbit. Using a variety of tools, such as a NASA space shuttle or an asteroid, students learn about the different types of orbits and how gravity affects each orbit.
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In this experiment, a shuttle is in orbit around Planet X. To determine the relationship between gravitational force and the distance between two bodies, the shuttle is placed at various altitudes and the gravitational force acting on the shuttle is measured using a Magic Meter.
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To view a sample of the procedures and questions in this lab, click here.
Universal Gravitation for Physical Science contains the following experiments:
Experiment 1 - Gravitational Attraction Between Two Bodies
Experiment 2 - Circular Orbits
Experiment 3 - Geosynchronous Orbits
Experiment 4 - Designing Elliptical Orbits
Experiment 5 - Velocity Boost
Each experiment features a Practice and several Standard Setups.
