Atomic Physics
Astrophysics orbital mechanics
Sample Determine the net gravitational force acting on the Earth during a total lunar eclipse. m sun = 1.99 x10 30 kg m moon = 7.36 x 10 22 kg r sun =
Galaxy Formation and Evolution, Mo, van den Bosch & White, 2010 Galactic Dynamics, Binney & Tremaine 2008.
Gravity Newton’s Law of Gravitation Kepler’s Laws of Planetary Motion Gravitational Fields.
Arney on The Force of Truth Zita on Uncertainty –Measurements –Pictures –Quantum mechanics Discussion Looking ahead Tuesday, week 8.
1. Electrostatics Electric Force. First review the gravitational force… Any two masses are attracted by equal and opposite gravitational forces: m1m1.
Chapter 16 Electric Charge and Electric Field
Sect. 3.11: Transformation to Lab Coords
Sect. 3.11: Transformation to Lab Coords Scattering so far: –Treated as 1 body problem! Assumed 1 particle scatters off a stationary “Center of Force”.