4.8.1.1 · The Solar System
What is in our solar system?
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One star (the Sun), eight planets, dwarf planets (e.g. Pluto) that orbit the Sun, and natural satellites (moons) that orbit planets.
AQA GCSE Physics · Topic 8Triple only
Space Physics flashcards
21 cards on Space Physics, every one written against a numbered point in section 4.8 of the AQA Physics spec. Here’s what the topic covers, and 3 cards to try.
- 21Flashcards
- 4Sub-topics
- 2Higher only
Try 3 cards from Space Physics.
Answer each one in your head, then check. In the app, how well you knew it decides when you see it again.
4.8.1.2 · Life Cycle of Stars
What decides a star's life cycle?
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Its size (mass).
4.8.1.3 · Orbits & Satellites
What keeps planets and satellites in their orbits?
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Gravity. It provides the force that keeps them moving in a circular orbit.
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What’s in Space Physics?
Every part of section 4.8 of the AQA spec, and how many cards cover it. Higher-only cards are hidden for Foundation students. The whole topic is only on the separate Physics GCSE, not Combined Science.
- 4.8.1.1The Solar System5 cards
- 4.8.1.2Life Cycle of Stars6 cards
- 4.8.1.3Orbits & Satellites4 cards
- 4.8.2Red-Shift & the Big Bang6 cards
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The other 18 cards are in the app.
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