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The Physics Classroom: Mathematics of Satellite Motion Unit PlanThe Physics Classroom: Mathematics of Satellite Motion Unit Plan
Publisher
Physics Classroom
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Grade
9th - 10th
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Science
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Independent Practice
Lexile Measures
1280L
Unit Plan

The Physics Classroom: Mathematics of Satellite Motion

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The mathematics associated with the motion of satellites is described. Equations (for period, velocity, acceleration and force) are stated, symbols described, and sample problems solved. Includes five practice problems with solutions and answers. Excellent graphics.

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Concepts

acceleration, centripetal force, gravity, orbiting, planetary motion, planets, satellites, speed, tangential velocity

Additional Tags

centripetal, elliptical, elliptical orbit, mathematics of satellite motion, orbit, satellite orbit, tangential, hs-ess1-4, kepler, kepler's law, the physics classroom, ellipse, period, satellite, satellites in orbit

Classroom Considerations

  • Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
  • The intended use for this resource is Instructional|practice

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