This resource is a complete lesson that covers Planetary Motion (Motion of Masses in Gravitational Fields) for the OCR A Level Physics A course. However, it is useful for other exam boards too.
This lesson teaches the following content:
-Kepler’s three laws of planetary motion
-the centripetal force on a planet is provided by the gravitational force between it and the Sun
-the equation T² = (4π²/GM)r³ (T² ∝ r ³) including derivation from first principles
-geostationary orbit; uses of geostationary satellites
This lesson includes:
-A full presentation including 2 example questions with worked solutions.
-A worksheet with model answers, perfect to set as homework.
-Clear visual aids and diagrams to simplify complex concepts.
-Editable PowerPoint and Word document for easy customisation.
Click on the links below to check out our FREE A Level Physics resources:
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