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When a satellite is in orbit. Why does it follow a curved path?
The gravitational pull is causing the satellite to orbit around because the pull is the same all the way around. If it ever managed to leave the gravitational pull, it would just wander pretty aimlessly and even then it would go in a straight line. Hope this helps! Comment: In more "scientific" words : 1. The satellite has a velocity that is along the line of its orbit ( in other words "tangential" to the orbit, at any instant). 2. The planet, that the satellite orbits, is trying to pull the satellite in the direction of the planet. 3. The combination of these things results in the curved path. The satellite is constantly being diverted from its direction at a tangent to the orbit by gravity.
Why does a satellite not fly off into space from the earth's atmosphere?
A satellite stays in orbit due to a balance between its forward motion and the gravitational pull of the Earth. The velocity of the satellite allows it to continuously fall towards the Earth but also keeps missing it, causing it to remain in orbit. If there were no gravitational pull, the satellite would fly off into space.
What keeps this natural satellite from flying off into outer space?
The natural satellite is held in orbit by the gravitational pull of the planet it orbits. This gravitational force acts as a centripetal force, keeping the satellite in a stable orbit around the planet.
What force allows satellites to orbit the earth?
Gravity is the force that allows satellites to orbit the Earth. The gravitational pull between the Earth and the satellite causes the satellite to continuously fall towards the Earth while moving forward at a speed that keeps it in orbit.
Is the moon is the earths natural satllite?
Yes, the moon is Earth's natural satellite. It orbits around the Earth, and its gravitational pull affects the tides on our planet.
What force pulled the satellite down to earth?
Earth's gravitational pull
What does the phrase the earth is a satellite of the sun mean?
A Satellite is any object that orbits another object that has a stronger gravitational pull. For example, the Moon is the Earth's natural satellite. Mars has several, as do Saturn and Jupiter. All of the planets, including Earth, are satellite bodies of the Sun (Sol), since they all orbit the Sun, which has a much stronger gravitational pull.
If you know the size of an asteroid you can determine its density by?
determining its mass from its gravitational pull on a spacecraft, satellite, or planet.
When a satellite is in orbit. Why does it follow a curved path?
The gravitational pull is causing the satellite to orbit around because the pull is the same all the way around. If it ever managed to leave the gravitational pull, it would just wander pretty aimlessly and even then it would go in a straight line. Hope this helps! Comment: In more "scientific" words : 1. The satellite has a velocity that is along the line of its orbit ( in other words "tangential" to the orbit, at any instant). 2. The planet, that the satellite orbits, is trying to pull the satellite in the direction of the planet. 3. The combination of these things results in the curved path. The satellite is constantly being diverted from its direction at a tangent to the orbit by gravity.
Why does a satellite not fly off into space from the earth's atmosphere?
A satellite stays in orbit due to a balance between its forward motion and the gravitational pull of the Earth. The velocity of the satellite allows it to continuously fall towards the Earth but also keeps missing it, causing it to remain in orbit. If there were no gravitational pull, the satellite would fly off into space.
What keeps this natural satellite from flying off into outer space?
The natural satellite is held in orbit by the gravitational pull of the planet it orbits. This gravitational force acts as a centripetal force, keeping the satellite in a stable orbit around the planet.
How does the mass of a satellite affect its orbit?
The mass of a satellite does not affect its orbit. The orbit of a satellite is determined by its speed and the gravitational pull of the object it is orbiting around, such as a planet. The mass of the satellite itself does not play a significant role in determining its orbit.
What can you infer about the linear velocity of a satellite in an elliptical orbit as it travels from perigee to apogee?
The linear velocity of a satellite in an elliptical orbit increases as it moves from perigee (closest point to Earth) to apogee (farthest point from Earth) because the gravitational pull is weaker at apogee, causing the satellite to speed up. At perigee, the satellite moves faster due to the stronger gravitational pull from Earth.
What makes the satellite orbit?
A satellite will orbit due to a gravitational field, which is formed by the gravitational force between the satellite and stellar body. This force is equal to the product of the gravitational constant, and the masses of both objects divided by the square of the distance separating them.
What is the mass in orbit around another mass?
The mass in orbit around another mass is referred to as a satellite. This can be a natural satellite, like a moon, or an artificial satellite, like a spacecraft. The gravitational pull of the larger mass keeps the satellite in orbit, balancing the gravitational force with the satellite's velocity. The specific characteristics of the orbit, such as its shape and altitude, depend on the masses involved and the initial conditions of the satellite's motion.
A natural satellite orbiting the earth is?
The Moon is a natural satellite that orbits the Earth. It is the fifth largest moon in the solar system. Its gravitational pull creates ocean tides on Earth.
What force allows satellites to orbit the earth?
Gravity is the force that allows satellites to orbit the Earth. The gravitational pull between the Earth and the satellite causes the satellite to continuously fall towards the Earth while moving forward at a speed that keeps it in orbit.
