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Anonymous

Feb 21, 2025

Assuming a circular orbit, how high is this satellite above the surface of the earth?

Assuming a circular orbit, what is the altitude of the International Space Station above the Earth's surface, given that it completes 15.65 revolutions per day around the Earth?
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Anonymous

Nov 14, 2024

Calculate the force of gravity on a spacecraft 12800 km (2 earth radii) above the Earth’s surface if…?

What is the force of gravity acting on a spacecraft with a mass of 1,700 kg when it is 12,800 km (equivalent to 2 Earth radii) above the Earth's surface?
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Anonymous

Jan 14, 2025

Describe the rings of saturn, including their relative size and what they are made of.

The rings of Saturn are primarily composed of ice particles, with some rocky components mixed in. They span an impressive width of approximately 170,000 miles and have a thickness of about 30 feet. Ca...
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