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What is the definition of Gravity?
The attractive force between objects with mass.
What is the definition of Orbit?
The path an object takes around another object in space.
What is the definition of Elliptical Orbit?
An oval-shaped orbit, not a perfect circle.
What is the definition of Orbital Velocity?
The speed needed to maintain a stable orbit.
What is the definition of Escape Velocity?
The minimum speed to break free from a celestial body's gravity.
What is the definition of Period?
The time for one complete orbit.
What are the differences between Circular and Elliptical Orbits?
Circular: Constant distance from orbiting object, constant speed. | Elliptical: Varying distance from orbiting object, speed varies.
Label the following diagram of Gravitational Force.
1: , 2: , 3: r, 4: F
Label the following diagram of Orbital Motion.
1: Central Body, 2: Orbiting Object, 3: Orbital Path