Gravitation

usgb/ˌɡrævɪˈteɪʃn/
noun

It is the force that attracts a body towards the center of the earth, or towards any other physical body having mass.

Earth's gravitation pulls us towards the ground.
Visual representation of "gravitation" - It is the force that attracts a body towards the center of the earth, or towards any other physical body having mass.

Often appears as...

  • gravitational pull
  • law of gravitation

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Scientific

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Scientific Force

Gravitation in science specifically refers to a natural force between masses.

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Scientists calculate gravitation to understand how planets interact.
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Not Always Earth

While gravitation often involves Earth, it applies universally between all masses.

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The Moon's gravitation affects Earth's tides.
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Literal Pull

Gravitation isn't just a metaphor; it's a physical pulling force.

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Without Earth's gravitation, we would float away.
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