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Space physics
Solar System and Orbits
Orbital motion, natural and artificial satellites
Orbital motion, natural and artificial satellites
What You Need to Know
Describe similarities and distinctions between planets, moons, and satellites.
Explain how gravity leads to changing velocity in circular orbits (HT only).
Explain the relationship between orbit radius and speed (HT only).
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