Repeat the estimate of the moon's acceleration in Question 13 using the equation for the centripetal acceleration. Again, assume the moon Is moving at about 1000 m/s in its orbit. Compare your answer with the one you obtained in question 13. Question 13: the acceleration = 1/600 m/s^2

Repeat the estimate of the moon's acceleration in Question 13 using the equation for the centripetal acceleration. Again, assume the moon Is moving at about 1000 m/s in its orbit. Compare your answer with the one you obtained in question 13. Question 13: the acceleration = 1/600 m/s^2

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