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A satellite needs fuel to keep moving because when it's in space there is no air resistance and the gravitational pull and friction won't effect it.

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What is the direction of the centripetal force acting on a satellite that is in uniform circular motion around Earth?

The centripetal force acting on a satellite in uniform circular motion around Earth is directed towards the center of Earth. This force is necessary to keep the satellite moving in a circular path instead of following a straight line.


Is centripetal force equal to gravitational force in working of a satillite?

No, centripetal force is the force required to keep an object moving in a circular path, while gravitational force is the force of attraction between two objects due to their mass. In the case of a satellite orbiting a planet, the centripetal force required to keep the satellite in orbit is provided by the gravitational force between the satellite and the planet.


What does have to keep it moving mean?

"Keep it moving" means to continue progressing or moving forward without stopping or getting distracted. It implies staying focused and not dwelling on obstacles or setbacks.


How can a body be accelerating when moving at constant speed?

A body is being accelerated if its speed OR direction are changing.A satellite in a perfectly circular orbit around the earth ... like a TV satellite ... is moving at constant speed. But, technically, since its direction is always changing, to keep it on a circle, it's experiencing constant acceleration.


What provides the forces that causes the centripetal acceleration of a satellite in orbit?

When something is moving in circular motion there are two forces that concern the object, excluding forces affecting the motion of the object going around the circle as these would not make the acceleration constant, the force that pushes it inwards towards the centre of circle and the force that pushes it outwards towards the circle, the gravitational field from the mass at the centre of the orbit will provide the inward force, pulling the object inwards towards the centre, and the weight of the satellite will push it outwards towards the edge of the circle Correction- there is only one force- gravity- acting on a satellite in orbit. If it weren't for gravity, the satellite would fly off in a straight line. There is no outward pushing force.

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Does a satellite need fuel to keep moving?

Yes, a satellite in orbit requires fuel to make adjustments to its trajectory or maintain its position. However, satellites in geostationary orbit can maintain their position without fuel because they orbit above the same location on Earth.


Why does a satellite keep moving in a circle?

because it is pushed by aliens around the earth


Why does your fuel gauge keep moving?

You may have a faulty fuel gauge sending unit in the fuel tank.


Why does aeroplane requires fuel but satellite does not require?

Actually, satellites require fuel to keep them in the correct position. When a satellite runs out of fuel, they launch a new one. Airplanes use fuel to give them enough speed to provide the lift that keeps them in the air.


What were oil tankers in wwii used for?

To move oil and fuel, to keep all the different fighting vehicles moving. And to get fuel to the civilians, keep all those vehicles moving too.


How do you keep a sick ox moving?

make it eat poo... bird poo is the best... Anna doesnt believe this... that's why she doesnt have an ox anymore


What fuels space satilites?

Once they are in orbit, no additional fuel is required to keep them moving.


Why do cars need to be lightweight or weigh less?

Heavy cars are not economical. Lightweight cars use less fuel to get them moving and keep them moving.


What is the direction of the centripetal force acting on a satellite that is in uniform circular motion around Earth?

The centripetal force acting on a satellite in uniform circular motion around Earth is directed towards the center of Earth. This force is necessary to keep the satellite moving in a circular path instead of following a straight line.


Is centripetal force equal to gravitational force in working of a satillite?

No, centripetal force is the force required to keep an object moving in a circular path, while gravitational force is the force of attraction between two objects due to their mass. In the case of a satellite orbiting a planet, the centripetal force required to keep the satellite in orbit is provided by the gravitational force between the satellite and the planet.


What do you do if you hit a deer with your car in Massachusetts?

keep it moving keep it moving


When was Keep Moving created?

Keep Moving was created in 1984-02.