The mathematics associated with the motion of satellites is described. Equations (for period, velocity, acceleration and force) are stated, symbols described, and sample problems solved. Includes five practice problems with solutions and answers. Excellent graphics.

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Concepts

acceleration, centripetal force, gravity, orbiting, planetary motion, planets, satellites, speed, tangential velocity

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Additional Tags

centripetal, elliptical, elliptical orbit, mathematics of satellite motion, orbit, satellite orbit, tangential, hs-ess1-4, kepler, kepler's law, the physics classroom, ellipse, period, satellite, satellites in orbit

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Classroom Considerations

Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
The intended use for this resource is Instructional|practice

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