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15 March, 19:32

How does centripetal force act on a satellite in orbit? It changes the direction of the satellite. It keeps the satellite spinning. It exerts an unbalanced force on the satellite.

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  1. 15 March, 19:49
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    gravity keeps the saellite in place
  2. 15 March, 19:50
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    The force of gravity in keeping an object in circular motion is an example of centripetal force. Since it acts always perpendicular to the motion, gravity does not do work on the orbiting object if it is in a circular orbit.
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