Which statements accurately describe satellite motion? Check all that apply.

Physics

2 answers:

kap26 [50]4 years ago

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The correct answers are 1,4,5,6
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EastWind [94]4 years ago

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Answer:

Gravity is the only force acting on a satellite.

Circular orbits result from the interaction between gravity and inertia.

Gravity provides the centripetal force for satellites.

Satellites are in free fall around Earth or other central objects.

Explanation:

Due to gravity, which acts as a centripetal force, the satellite remains in orbit, otherwise the straight motion generated by inertia would take it out of course. If the satellite moves very fast, it will leave the orbit towards the depths of space. On the other hand, if it moves very slowly, gravity will bring it directly to Earth. When the balance between gravity and inertia is achieved, the satellite is still in free fall, but at a very small rate.

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