7.9 - EARTH SATELLITES
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Practice Questions
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What is a natural satellite?
💡 Hint: Think of an example you see in the night sky.
What does Kepler's first law state?
💡 Hint: Remember the shape of the orbit.
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What is a natural satellite of Earth?
💡 Hint: Think of celestial bodies that orbit our planet.
Which of the following is NOT an application of Earth satellites?
💡 Hint: Consider what satellites are primarily used for.
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A satellite is in orbit around the Earth at a height of 200 km. Calculate its orbital speed.
💡 Hint: Don't forget to convert height into meters.
Consider an Earth satellite in circular orbit. If the radius of its orbit is tripled, what happens to its orbital period?
💡 Hint: Think about how orbital period relates to orbital radius.
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