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Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation – Grade 11 Physical Sciences (Physics, Paper 1)
What Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation covers, how it is examined in Grade 11, the 4 sections to study and how long it takes – plus live online lessons when you get stuck.
- Study sections
- 4
- Exam-style questions
- 7
- Marks of practice
- 52
- Study time
- ≈ 3 h 00 min
What it covers
Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation is a Grade 11 Physical Sciences topic in the CAPS curriculum, examined in Physical Sciences Paper 1 (Physics) of the Grade 11 school and provincial exams. You study it in 4 sections: The law of universal gravitation; Proportional reasoning: changing masses and distance; Weight, mass and g on Earth and other planets; Net gravitational force from two bodies.
How it is examined
- Paper
- Grade 11 Physical Sciences Physics, Paper 1
- Exams
- June and November school or provincial exams – your school sets the papers and the dates
- Weighting
- Mechanics ≈ 83/150 in the Gr 11 November Paper 1 (universal gravitation typically ≈ 8–12 marks of this, plus an MCQ)
There is no national Grade 11 exam. Your school’s exam guideline says which topics each paper covers.
Sections to study
- The law of universal gravitation25 min
- Proportional reasoning: changing masses and distance25 min
- Weight, mass and g on Earth and other planets30 min
- Net gravitational force from two bodies30 min
Study time
| Notes and worked examples4 sections | 1 h 50 min |
|---|---|
| Exam-style questions7 questions · 52 marks × 1,2 min per mark | 1 h 00 min |
| Topic quiz | 10 min |
| Total | ≈ 3 h 00 min |
Grade 11 exams are set by your school or province – plan back from the date your school gives you.
What you get in the portal
- 7 exam-style questions on Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation (52 marks in total), each with a full marking memo
- Worked examples with diagrams and step-by-step calculations for each of the 4 sections
- Tutor notes added to sections and questions – for the whole class or just for you
- A topic quiz and Grade 11 mock papers built from the exam-style questions
Notes, worked examples, questions and memos open once the tutor approves your account – usually with your first confirmed lesson.
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How is Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation examined in Grade 11?
Grade 11 learners write Physical Sciences exams set by their school or province, in June and November. Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation is part of Physical Sciences Physics, Paper 1; the usual weighting is: Mechanics ≈ 83/150 in the Gr 11 November Paper 1 (universal gravitation typically ≈ 8–12 marks of this, plus an MCQ). Your school’s exam guideline confirms which topics each exam covers.
How long does it take to study Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation?
About 3 h 00 min: 1 h 50 min for the notes and worked examples in its 4 sections, 1 h 00 min for the 7 exam-style questions (52 marks) at exam pace of 1,2 minutes per mark, and a 10-minute quiz.
Can I get online lessons for Grade 11 Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation?
Yes. Create a free account in the Adventuity portal, request a one-on-one online lesson of 60, 90 or 120 minutes (or a seat in a group class) and choose Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation as your topic. You pay by EFT only after the tutor confirms the booking.