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Stars and the Universe practice questions

Practise mixed syllabus-aligned questions for Stars and the Universe. Aligned to Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science.

Practice questions

Question 21 of 28

Choose an answer, get feedback, then move sideways through the set.

Paper 4 structured question: Stars and the Universe

Paper 4Theory (Extended)2 marks

Description

Gravitational Influence in the Solar System

Planets closer to the Sun experience a stronger gravitational pull, while those further away experience a weaker pull. This affects their orbital speeds.

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    Explain how the distance from the Sun affects the orbital speed of planets.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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