Multiple choice

Imagine there is no gravity on Earth. What would happen to a piece of paper on your desk?

  1. Nothing would happen to the paper

  2. You would see the paper fall to the floor.

  3. You would see the paper float off the desk.

  4. You would not be able to get the paper off the desk.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Gravity is the force that keeps objects held against surfaces on Earth. Without gravity, there would be no downward force to keep the paper on the desk, causing it to float away if disturbed.

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