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In space, an ellipse refers to a specific type of orbit that an object, such as a planet or comet, follows around another body, like a star or planet. An elliptical orbit is characterized by its oval shape, with two focal points, one of which is occupied by the central body being orbited. The distance between the orbiting body and the central body varies throughout the orbit, leading to changes in speed as described by Kepler's laws of planetary motion. Overall, ellipses are fundamental to understanding the dynamics of celestial mechanics.
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How many foci are at the center of an ellipse?
An ellipse has 2 foci. They are inside the ellipse, but they can't be said to be at the centre, as an ellipse doesn't have one.
The shape of the orbit of each planet is a?
The shape of the orbit of each planet is an ellipse. An ellipse is a geometric shape that is like a flattened circle. The Sun is located at one of the foci of the ellipse, not at the center.
The ellipse with less eccentric is smaller or larger than an ellipse with more eccentric?
Eccentricity does not refer to the [size] of the ellipse. It refers to the [shape].An ellipse with [zero] eccentricity is a [circle].As the eccentricity increases, the ellipse becomes less circular,and more 'squashed', like an egg or a football.
Which shape that best describes the earth's orbit around the sun?
The Earth's orbit around the sun is best described as an ellipse. An ellipse is a geometric shape that is elongated and slightly flattened. The sun is located at one of the foci of the ellipse, not at the center.
The shape of the path of a planet or asteroid around the sun is an?
Ellipse is actually correct
What does an ellipse mean in drawing?
an ellipse is a circle in a drawing. E.G. at the top of a flower vas.
Is ellipse a polygon?
No it cannot. A polygon is a plane space enclosed by straight lines. An ellipse consists of a curved line, not straight lines.
What is The orbit of a planet around the sun is a(n)?
If you mean the shape of the orbit, that's an ellipse.
What space words start with E?
earth, ellipse and elliptical
What is the pathway for all the objects in space?
In simple terms, Parabola, Hyperbola or Ellipse
What is a flattened circle or oval?
I think you mean an ellipse.
What does elloptical mean?
pretaining or having the form of an ellipse
What does elipticall mean?
isn't it an arty word, like when you draw an ellipse-- so when you see/draw something with an ellipse you call it an elliptical drawing
Can the foci of an ellipse can be outside the ellipse?
No. Both foci are always inside the ellipse, otherwise you don't have an ellipse.
Can the foci of an ellipse be outside of the ellipse?
No. Both foci are always inside the ellipse, otherwise you don't have an ellipse.
What is elliptically polarised light?
Elliptically polarized light is a type of polarized light in which the electric field vector traces out an ellipse as the light wave propagates. It is a combination of linearly and circularly polarized light. Elliptical polarization can be characterized by the major and minor axes of the ellipse, as well as the orientation of the ellipse in space.
CanThe foci of an ellipse can be outside the ellipse?
No. Both foci are always inside the ellipse, otherwise you don't have an ellipse.
