10 Questions
Which term refers to the curved trajectory of an object around another object or position in space?
Orbit
Which law describes the elliptic orbits of planets and satellites?
Kepler's laws of planetary motion
What provides a more accurate calculation and understanding of orbital motion, accounting for gravity as due to curvature of spacetime?
General theory of relativity
What is the center of mass being orbited at a focal point of in an elliptic orbit?
Star
What type of trajectory does orbit normally refer to?
Regularly repeating
Which fundamental interaction is the weakest?
Gravity
What is the most significant interaction between objects at the macroscopic scale?
Gravity
What gives weight to physical objects on Earth?
Gravity
What is responsible for sublunar tides in the oceans?
Gravity
What biological function does gravity have?
Gravitropism
Test your knowledge of celestial mechanics and orbits with this quiz! Explore the intricacies of orbital trajectories and learn about the various objects that orbit in space. Challenge yourself with questions on planets, satellites, and more.
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