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Which object in the solar system is essentially stationary relative to all the other objects in the solar system?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Very interesting question!
No object in the solar system is stationary with respect to any other object. We know
that you're looking for "the sun" as an answer, but what kind of explanation can take us
there ? How can we describe it ?
Let's say that if you take the average position of every object in the solar system,
over the course of many hundreds of years and with respect to the distant "fixed"
stars, those points are all bunched together in the region of space where the sun
resides.
That's the best I can do, while feeling relatively honest about it.
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∙ 12y ago
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Does the sun fly across the sky during the day?
No, it only appears to. Relative to the Earth, the Sun is an almost-stationary object. The Earth - spinning on it's axis (through the North and South Poles) once a day - creates the illusion that the Sun is moving.
What is the tendency of a moving object to continue moving in a straight line or a stationary object to remain in a place called?
inertia
What is the center of the mass of an object?
the center mass of an object is in the center of such objects. you can find it by spining the object. :)
Where is an object that is stationary relative to earth surface moving fastest relative to space?
geosynchronous orbit. The below is not completely accurate but close enough to state the concept and basic practice: A ring of spots above the equator where you can park your satellite and it will stay above the same spot. For a more accurate understanding reading on this subject and the related Lagrange orbits will be best.
Does gravity affect an objects with greater mass weight or both?
Gravity effects heavier objects. In other words the heavier the object is, the more gravity effects the object which makes it heavy.
What is an object in motion moving relative to?
Movement Occurs When an Object moves Relative to a Stationary Object
Where is an object that is stationary relative to earths surface moving faster relative to space?
Objects that are "stationary" on Earth's surface are moving faster nearer the equator. The eastward motion of the rotating Earth is greatest at the equator (about 1037 mph or 1670 kph).
Where is an object that is stationary relative to earth surface moving faster relative to space?
Objects that are "stationary" on Earth's surface are moving faster nearer the equator. The eastward motion of the rotating Earth is greatest at the equator (about 1037 mph or 1670 kph).
What effect do balanced forces have on stationary objects?
None. There is no effect on a stationary object.
What are stationary objects?
Stationary object refers to an object that is not moving
Where is an object that is stationary relative to Earth's surface moving fastest relative to space?
Raidon Ince
Where is an object that is stationary to earth's surface moving faster relative to space?
Objects that are "stationary" on Earth's surface are moving faster nearer the equator. The eastward motion of the rotating Earth is greatest at the equator (about 1037 mph or 1670 kph).
What is meant by the object is stationary?
Stationary is only meaningful in regard to a defined "Reference Frame", or "Point of Reference". The object is not moving relative to that Frame or Point.
How old is an object in relation to the ages of other objects?
Relative age.
Can a object with no acceleration be stationary?
If acceleration means to increase in speed or pace, then a stationary object is static, without movement, without acceleration. But, if an object is moving at a constant rate, then I suggest acceleration is not present, unless, or until the objects speed increases. Yes, an object with no acceleration may be stationary.
How can you describe the motion of an object?
By the relative motion of neighbour objects
Stationary objects are the result of?
0 velocity 0 acceleration The forces on the object are balanced: it is in equilibrium. (The forces are balanced on any object with 0 acceleration, even if it is moving.)
