For a satellite in a stable orbit, what must be true about the centripetal force and gravitational force?
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For a satellite in a stable orbit, what must be true about the centripetal force and gravitational force?
Centripetal force is greater than gravitational force
Centripetal force is less than gravitational force
Centripetal force equals gravitational force
Centripetal force is independent of gravitational force
For a satellite in a stable orbit, the centripetal force required for circular motion equals the gravitational force acting on the satellite.
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Q: For a satellite in a stable orbit, what must be true about the centripetal force and gravitational force?
Solution: For a satellite in a stable orbit, the centripetal force required for circular motion equals the gravitational force acting on the satellite.
