Newton’s Law of Gravitation
Gravitational force between two point masses.
\[
F = G\frac{m_1 m_2}{r^2}
\]
Variable table
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| \(G\) | gravitational constant |
| \(r\) | separation |
Applications - Orbits, tides, free-fall near Earth
Connections - Gravitation - Orbits