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If gravity suddenly disappeared, the moon would fly out into space in a straight line. If the moon suddenly stopped moving it would fall straight into Earth.

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Why discovered gravity?

newton discovered gravity.. he was curious to know the reason behind the falling apple from the tree


How is inertias involved in newtons first law of motion?

Inertia is the tendency of an object to maintain its state of rest or uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force. This concept is fundamental to Newton's First Law of Motion, which states that an object will remain at rest or in uniform motion unless a net external force is applied to it. In other words, inertia is the reason why objects resist changes in their motion.


Why do scientists use specific gravity?

I believe the reason behind using specific gravity is that it is easier to measure (especially when you're measuring it for a solid).


What has more inertia a balloon or a cinder block?

Inertia is the ability of the object to resist changes in the state of motion. It would be harder to push a cinder block and make it accelerate. Therefore, the cinder block has more inertia. The more mass, the more inertia.


Which property of a magnet is the reason why a magnet is used in a compass?

Its magnetism and the fact that the magnetism is the biggest force acting on the needle on the XY plane. This force is bigger than the friction from the spindle and the force of inertia. (The force of gravity is bigger but this acts on the Z plane) As the magnetism is the biggest force acting on the alignment of the needle it means it wants to align itself with the earths magnetic field. The result is a needle that points to magnetic north

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Is inertia the reason that we have to wear a seat belt in the car?

Yes, wearing a seat belt in a car is important because of inertia. Inertia is the tendency of objects to resist changes in their motion, so when a car stops suddenly, your body continues to move forward due to inertia. A seat belt helps to restrain your body and prevent serious injuries in the event of a sudden stop or collision.


Why did Noonan and Earhart disappear?

The reason that Noonan and Earhart disappeared is not known. Earhart disappeared on July 2, 1937.


What is the Difference between weight and inertia?

inertial mass is the measure of the object's inertia i.e; if an object has less inertial mass ,then it changes its motion readily. if it has more inertial mass ,then, it does not change its motion readily. gravitational mass is of 2 types. active and passive.active gravitational mass is something like.... u see, active gravitational mass of moon < active gravitational mass of earth. and passive gravitational mass is the measure of the strength of the object's interaction with the gravitational field.


Why does feces suddenly appear?

No reason at all


What is a scientific theory about how objects move in space?

The reason object move around space is inertia. Take the moon and Earth for example, gravity makes the moon stay close to the Earth, and inertia makes the moon circle (or revolve, or orbit) around the Earth in a circular motion. the path it takes is called its orbit.


Is inertia why some things go slower?

It's not the only reason, but the same force will produce less acceleration in a body with more inertia.


What is the reason for cliffs falling?

Gravity.


Why has the English or field sparrow disappeared in Michigan?

There are several reasons why the English or field sparrow has disappeared from Michigan. One reason that the English Sparrow has almost completely disappeared is because it is being ran off by the white bellied swallow.


Example of inertia of motion?

The question is too general to answer.A "motion" is 'legal-speak' for a formal request made to the court. Depending on what the motion is about it may be worded MANY different ways.


Is interia the reason objects maintain their states of motion or the name given to this property of matter?

Inertia is the property of matter that causes objects to resist changes in their state of motion. It is the reason why objects tend to maintain their states of motion unless acted upon by an external force. So, inertia is both the reason and the name for this property.


Are satellites orbiting earths gravity?

No. They orbit Earth; and the reason they orbit is because of gravity.


Could a toilet tank crack suddenly for no apparent reason?

The tank would have probably have been distressed in the past. A hairline crack may not be visible for a long time, then suddenly appear, as if the crack appeared for no reason.