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eBook
NASA

Nasa: Newton's Theory of "Universal Gravitation"

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, which is provided for by NASA, discusses the thinking which led Newton to understand universal gravitation.
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Lesson Plan
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)

Smile: Measuring the Gravitational Constant, G

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A demonstration/lab idea for determining the numerical value of the universal gravitation constant using a torsion balance.
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Unit Plan
Physics Classroom

The Physics Classroom: Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation

For Students 9th - 10th
States the equation of Newton's law of universal gravitation. States the value of G and uses the equation to solve problems.
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Website
University of St. Andrews (UK)

University of St. Andrews: Orbits and Gravitation

For Students 9th - 10th
A page describing the physics, mathematics, and historical figures associated with planetary motion, satellite motion, and universal gravitation.
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Handout
Georgia State University

Georgia State University: Hyper Physics: Gravity

For Students 9th - 10th
Gravity as a fundamental force is explained and an equation for universal gravitation is given.
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Unit Plan
Physics Classroom

The Physics Classroom: Cavendish and the Value of G

For Students 9th - 10th
A short description of how Cavendish measured the value of G - the universal gravitation constant and supported Newton's theory. Illustrated.