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8.1 Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites

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Question 8

Astronomers observe a new star forming from a nebula in a distant galaxy.

a.

Give the force that causes the dust and gas in the nebula to be pulled together.

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b.

Describe how the density and temperature of the forming star change as more material is pulled in.

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c.

When nuclear fusion starts, give the element whose nuclei join and the element that is formed.

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8.1 Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites Questions

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /8.1 Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites

84 exam-style questions on AQA GCSE Physics 8.1 Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites, covering 8.1.1 Our solar system, 8.1.2 The life cycle of a star, and 8.1.3 Orbital motion, natural and artificial satellites. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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