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Space physics (physics only) has 2 subtopics:
- Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites (physics only)
- Red-shift (physics only)
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Space physics (physics only) – GCSE AQA Foundation Physics revision notes
Choose a subtopic. Space physics (physics only) covers Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites (physics only) and Red-shift (physics only) in GCSE AQA Foundation Physics. 6 lessons in 2 subtopics.
Revise Space physics (physics only) for GCSE AQA Foundation Physics, including Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites (physics only).
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Space physics (physics only) lessons by subtopic
6 lessons, grouped by subtopic.
Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites (physics only)
- Formation of the Solar System
- Components of Our Solar System
- Star Size and Life Cycle
- Fusion, Supernova and Element Creation
Red-shift (physics only)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Space physics (physics only)?
Space physics (physics only) covers Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites (physics only) and Red-shift (physics only) in GCSE AQA Foundation Physics. 6 lessons in 2 subtopics.
What is the order of the planets from the Sun?
The eight planets in order of distance from the Sun are Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune. The Components of Our Solar System notes cover this in full.
How many moons does Jupiter have?
Jupiter has over 80 moons, including four large ones discovered by Galileo in 1610, and Saturn has more than 80 too. The Components of Our Solar System notes cover this in full.
How old is the universe?
The Big Bang theory says the universe began from an extremely hot, dense point about 13.8 billion years ago and has been expanding ever since. The The Big Bang: Evidence and Expansion notes cover this in full.
How old is the Sun?
The Sun has been converting hydrogen into helium in its core for about 4.6 billion years, and it will continue for another 5 billion years or so. The Star Size and Life Cycle notes cover this in full.
What is a black hole?
A black hole is an object with gravity so strong that even light cannot escape. The Star Size and Life Cycle notes cover this in full.
What is dark matter?
Dark matter is invisible matter that makes up about 27% of the universe, detected only through its gravitational effects on visible matter. The The Big Bang: Evidence and Expansion notes cover this in full.
How many Earths could fit inside the Sun?
Over a million Earths could fit inside the Sun's volume. The Star Size and Life Cycle notes cover this in full.
What is a nebula?
A nebula is a vast cloud of dust and gas in space containing the raw materials for star formation. The Formation of the Solar System notes cover this in full.