1. p.170 - 193 Planetary Motion and Gravitation
Physics Chapter 7 notes p
Planetary Motion and Gravitation

2. History Find dates and events pertaining to the following scientists:
Section 1:
Copernicus
Brahe
Kepler
Newton
Cavendish
Section 2:
Einstein

3. Equations
Write out all equations found in 7.1 and 7.2 (in the light orange boxes)
Write out the value of G:
6.67x10-11 Nm2/kg2
Tables: make note of the pages of all tables found in these sections – you will need them to solve problems.

4. Section 7.1 Planetary Motion and Gravitation Practice on p.174 (#3-5)
Take notes following the 3 objectives in the box on page 171.
Define all vocabulary in the box on page 171.
Practice on p.174 (#3-5)
Use Kepler’s 3rd Law equation
7.1 Section Review p.178 (#6-11)

5. Section 7.2 Using the Law of Universal Gravitation
Take notes following the 4 objectives in the box on page 179.
Define all vocabulary in the box on page 179.
Practice on p.181 (#12-14)
Use equations for speed and period of a satellite
7.2 Section Review p.178 (#15-21)

6. Assignments Both due on test day Extra credit (5 points on test):
Read about black holes on p.188. Write an essay -
How are black holes formed?
What is the Schwarzschild radius?
Describe all direct and indirect evidence for their existence
Solve the Going Further equation as directed
Chapter 7 review: p
(#26-28, 30-37, 39-44, 46-49, 55-60, 71-84)
Both due on test day