Cambridge IGCSE Physics practice
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The Solar System
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What does the duration of orbit determine for a planet?.
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Data Table
The table below shows data for different planets regarding their orbital distance, duration of orbit, density, surface temperature, and gravitational field strength.
| Planet | Orbital Distance (AU) | Duration of Orbit (Earth years) | Density (kg/m³) | Surface Temperature (°C) | Gravitational Field Strength (N/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury | 0.39 | 0.24 | 5427 | 167 | 3.7 |
| Venus | 0.72 | 0.615 | 5243 | 464 | 8.87 |
| Earth | 1.00 | 1.00 | 5514 | 15 | 9.81 |
| Mars | 1.52 | 1.88 | 3933 | -63 | 3.71 |
State the gravitational field strength of Earth.
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