Weight
Earth and Space

Gravity, weight, weightlessness and falling

Physics Narrative for 11-14 Supporting Physics Teaching

The force that shapes the behaviour of the universe

Here you've learnt about gravity as a force, linking it to experiencing weight and weightlessness. Knowing about the forces acting on objects as a way of modelling their interaction is essential to predicting their motions, whether forced or natural.

IOP AWARDS 2025

Teachers of Physics Awards

The Teachers of Physics Award celebrates the success of secondary school physics teachers who have raised the profile of physics and science in schools. Nominations for 2025 are now open.

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