Which of the following keeps Earth from falling into the sun?
1)the changing seasons
2)its location on the solar system
3)its gravitational pull
4)its inertia
I think # 3 Thank you.
Nope. gravity wants to pull the earth toward the sun.
Now what do you think?
#4 inertia
yes Jamie, and Ooblek, is correct, it is Inertia, but if you dont want just the answer, inertia (google define) a property of matter by which it continues in its existing state of rest or uniform motion in a straight line, unless that state is changed by an external force.
You are correct! The correct answer is option 3) its gravitational pull. The gravitational pull is the force of attraction between two objects due to their masses. In this case, the Earth's gravitational pull keeps it in orbit around the sun and prevents it from falling into it.
To arrive at this answer, let's go through the other options and eliminate them:
1) The changing seasons do not play a role in preventing Earth from falling into the sun. The changing seasons are the result of Earth's tilt on its axis and its orbit around the sun, but they do not affect Earth's overall gravitational interaction with the sun.
2) Earth's location in the solar system does influence various aspects of its environment, such as the temperatures and the presence of other celestial bodies. However, it does not specifically keep Earth from falling into the sun.
4) Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its motion. While inertia is an important concept in understanding the motion of objects, it does not directly keep Earth from falling into the sun.
Therefore, option 3) its gravitational pull is the correct answer as it is the fundamental force that keeps the Earth in orbit around the sun.