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Even though free fall causes objects on the International Space Station to appear to be weightless, there actually is gravity. Gravity gets weaker as you move away from the Earth, although it still exists. The change in gravity can be calculated with the equation: 1/(Radius^2). The Earth is about 4000 miles in radius, so in the equation, 4000 miles would be R=1. At 4000 miles in altitude, the distance to the center of the Earth would be 8000 miles so it would use R=2 (twice the radius of the Earth). At the space station's altitude of 200 miles, the equation would use R=1.05. 1/(1.05^2) equals about .91, so gravity on the space station is about 91% of the gravity on the Earth.
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Is there gravity on the space station?
no
What propels the space station?
Gravity
Why does the space station in 2001 spin?
By spinning, the centripetal force creates artificial gravity on the space station.
Which force keeps the space station in orbit?
The force of gravity keeps the space station in orbit as well as inertia that keeps the space station moving in a straight line.
How is gravity created on the international space station?
The international space station does not have artificial gravity. The occupants float freely and use a lot of Velcro. Don't confuse fantasy and reality.
Is there gravity on the space station?
no
What propels the space station?
Gravity
How does the space station flowt in space?
because, gravity pulls ISS(Inter national Space Station)
Why does the space station in 2001 spin?
By spinning, the centripetal force creates artificial gravity on the space station.
How does gravity affect the space station?
The International space station is constantly falling towards Earth under the pull of Earth's gravity (Just like any other object - gravity does not stop when you reach space!). However the Station is moving very fast horizontally and, as the Earth is a sphere, this means that as it falls its path takes it round the Earth in a circle - it is in "orbit". This means that if you are in the space station you are falling as fast as gravity can pull you and therefore you do not feel the pull of gravity, making you weightless.
Which force keeps the space station in orbit?
The force of gravity keeps the space station in orbit as well as inertia that keeps the space station moving in a straight line.
How is gravity created on the international space station?
The international space station does not have artificial gravity. The occupants float freely and use a lot of Velcro. Don't confuse fantasy and reality.
Does an passenger on the International space station experience Earth's gravity?
no.
What would increase the force of Earth's gravity on the space station?
the distance
Does the international space station have a gravity pull?
nope its not big enough.
Why doesn't a space station have any moons?
Compared to a planet a space station is tiny. While all objects with mass gave gravity, that of a space station is negligible, and certainly could not keep a moon in orbit.
What is the force that prevents objects on on or close to earth from getting lost in space such as the space station space shuttles or airplanes?
Gravity.
