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astronauts appear wieghtless in space becaue 1. there is no gravity 2.there is no floor pushing upwards 3.satellite is free falling 4. there is no air in space

Foundations of Astronomy (MindTap Course List)

14th Edition

ISBN:9781337399920

Author:Michael A. Seeds, Dana Backman

Publisher:Michael A. Seeds, Dana Backman

Chapter5: Gravity

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 9RQ: An astronaut working in space near the International Space Station says she feels weightless. What...

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