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How old is gravity?

So gravity is basicly centrifugal force (the world spinning) which pulls us and other thing towards the centre of the earth. So gravity has been around for aslong as the world has been spinning.


Does something in space need to be spinning to have gravity?

A spinning object does not create gravity. But it does create centripetal forces (also previously known as centrifugal forces) whereby an object traveling the path of a spinning object is propelled toward the outside wall of the spinning object, due to the force angled to the rotation of the circle counteracting the force of the smaller object traveling tangent to its path. The strength of this force is often measured in "G's". A "G" is equivalent to the force of gravity, ie: 2 "G" is equivalent to twice the force of gravity.


Why does spinning effect a planets shape?

Gravity causes a spinning planet to stay more or less round, assuming it became that way when it was still molten or is a gas planet. However, centrifugal force can oppose the gravitational force, causing a planet to bulge out at its equator and flatten slightly at the poles.


How does gravity determine the shape of an orbit?

Under the Sun's gravity a planet follows an elliptical orbit that conforms to Kepler's laws of planetary motion. This was discovered at the end of the 1600s by Isaac Newton.


A stream follows what?

A stream follows the path of least resistance, flowing downhill due to the force of gravity. It is guided by the topography of the land, carving its course through valleys, canyons, and other natural features.

Related Questions

What is the work done against the gravity when a body is moved horizontally along a frictionless surface?

No work is done against gravity when a body is moved horizontally along a frictionless surface because the force of gravity acts perpendicular to the direction of motion. Work is only done when a force is exerted in the direction of motion.


What is the spinning of gravity perseus?

The spinnig of Gravity Perseus is Left and Right


What holds water in a spinning bucket?

gravity


How old is gravity?

So gravity is basicly centrifugal force (the world spinning) which pulls us and other thing towards the centre of the earth. So gravity has been around for aslong as the world has been spinning.


Why do we fall off if earth stops spinning?

We don't. gravity is slightly more on a non-spinning earth.


Does something in space need to be spinning to have gravity?

A spinning object does not create gravity. But it does create centripetal forces (also previously known as centrifugal forces) whereby an object traveling the path of a spinning object is propelled toward the outside wall of the spinning object, due to the force angled to the rotation of the circle counteracting the force of the smaller object traveling tangent to its path. The strength of this force is often measured in "G's". A "G" is equivalent to the force of gravity, ie: 2 "G" is equivalent to twice the force of gravity.


Is gravity the motion of an object spinning on its axis?

No, that is quite unrelated.


Does Gravity have any effect on a spinning top?

Gravity does have an effect on a spinning top as it acts to pull the top downward. However, the spinning motion of the top creates stability through gyroscopic forces, which can counteract the effects of gravity to some extent, allowing the top to remain upright and spin for longer periods.


What is a gravity knife?

The blade of a gravity knife is contained within the handle of the knife. It requires a spinning motion or gravity for the blade to come out of the handle.


What is the accereleration of 2kg mass slding down a frictionless ramp?

The acceleration of a 2kg mass sliding down a frictionless ramp is equal to the acceleration due to gravity, which is approximately 9.8 m/s^2. This acceleration remains constant as there is no force acting against the motion of the mass on a frictionless surface.


How does the earth keep gravity?

Gravataional force is applied by the spinning of the earth.


Could a Gyroscope spinning fast enough counter act gravity?

No, a gyroscope spinning fast enough cannot counteract gravity. Gravity will always exert a force on an object regardless of its speed. The gyroscope may provide stability or resistance to external forces, but it cannot cancel out the effect of gravity.