Gravity--Don't Take It for Granted:.

Watts, D. Michael

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Publication Date: 1982-May

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Gravity--Don't Take It for Granted:

Watts, D. Michael

Physics Education, v17 n3 p116-21 May 1982

Eight alternative frameworks of students' conceptions of gravity are discussed. Data supporting these frameworks were obtained during 40-minute interviews dealing with force. (SK)

Descriptors: Concept Formation, Force, Interviews, Physics, Pressure (Physics), Prior Learning, Science Education, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Secondary School Students, Student Characteristics

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (Great Britain)

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