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5 February, 20:10

How do satellites stay in orbit?

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  1. 5 February, 20:33
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    Answer: The earth's gravity keeps it in orbit. The satellite's velocity keeps it moving.
  2. 5 February, 21:55
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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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