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What are the two forces that keep the planets to its orbits keep them falling off in space?
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∙ 14y ago
The gravitational attraction between the satellite and the earth keeps the
satellite in orbit.
Lucky thing that only one force is needed, because the force of gravity is the
only one there is.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 15y agoGravity and not crashing into anything else which crosses its path.
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∙ 13y agoThe force of gravity between the two objects, and the velocities of the objects.
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∙ 11y agoGravitation. There is only one force involved.
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∙ 13y agoReally, there's only one: gravity. Whoever wrote this question may have been thinking of inertia or momentum, but neither of those are actually forces.
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∙ 14y agoGravity and inertia.
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Invisible path on which planets travel in the space?
These paths are called Orbits.
If there is no Gravity in space what holds up the Planets?
There is gravity in space. Gravity is what makes orbits possible.
Where do space probes go?
Anywhere. Some go to and join the orbits of specific planets or systems, and others travel endlessly throughout space.
What is an orbit in outer space?
pathway that a celestial body follows. Planets, comets, asteroids orbit the Sun. Moons orbit their planets. The Solar System orbits the Galactic Center.It is the imaginary pathway that a body in space follows as it moves around another body. The earth and the other planets orbit the sun, and various moons orbit their host planets.
How are planets kept in their orbits as they revolve around the sun?
All the planets stay in orbit around the sun because of the sun's gravitational pull. Now you are probably wondering why the planets don't all get sucked into the sun,well it is the high orbital speed that keeps the planets from falling all the way into the Sun and since there is no friction in the vacuum of space, that speed doesn't slow down.
Are there forces in space?
Of course. That's how planets, comets, and moons are maintained in closed orbits around other masses.
Does the orbits of the planets intersect in space?
Yes both Pluto's and Neptune's orbits intersect in space.
How is earth the same as the planets?
it orbits an object in space.
Which object's gravity holds the planets in their orbits?
The sun's gravity holds the planets in their orbits. It also holds other space objects in their orbits, such as asteroids.
What forces keeps the planets in their orbits?
Gravity keeps the planets from shooting off in to space, while the planet's momentum prevents in from falling in to the sun. When these are balanced, an orbit is achieved.
Invisible path on which planets travel in the space?
These paths are called Orbits.
If there is no Gravity in space what holds up the Planets?
There is gravity in space. Gravity is what makes orbits possible.
How do planets stay in space with out falling?
because there is no gravitey in space so that can flote
Is astonomy just about stars?
No. Astronomy has to do with stars, planets, comets, and everything else that has to do with space. The orbits of planets, constellations, and history of space exploration is also a part of astronomy.
Is moon near any planets in the space?
Yes. The moon is close to the planet it orbits: Earth.
Where do space probes go?
Anywhere. Some go to and join the orbits of specific planets or systems, and others travel endlessly throughout space.
Why is it important to know the orbits of the planets when planning a space mission in the solar system?
Well, you don't want to send a probe to one location in space where a planet doesn't obit, it would be pointless. So knowing the orbits of the planets help you send whatever you're trying to send to the right location, and not just a random spot in space.
