the Moon goes around the Earth in 27.3 days, in a nearly circular orbit with a radius of 3.8 x 10^5 km. Assuming that the orbital motion of the Moon is a uniform circular motion, what is the acceleration of the Moon as it falls towards the Earth?

the Moon goes around the Earth in 27.3 days, in a nearly circular orbit with a radius of 3.8 x 10^5 km. Assuming that the orbital motion of the Moon is a uniform circular motion, what is the acceleration of the Moon as it falls towards the Earth?

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An Introduction to Physical Science

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Chapter2: Motion

Section2.4: Acceleration In Uniform Circular Motion

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