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Paola Lucas
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15 May, 16:09
How do satellites stay in orbit?
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Iris Hester
15 May, 16:11
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Answer:A satellite maintains its orbit by balancing two factors its velocity the speed it takes to travel in a straight line and the gravitational pull that Earth has on it. A satellite orbiting closer to the Earth requires more velocity to resist the stronger gravitational pull.
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Baby Cakes
15 May, 16:16
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Answer: The earth's gravity keeps it in orbit. The satellite's velocity keeps it moving.
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