Which of the following statements about an astronaut circling the earth in a satellite is NOT correct? 1 41 The astronaut is.in equilibrium under the influence of two gravitational - forces - If the astronaut stands on a compression balance, it would read zero Both the astronaut and the satellite are accelerating freely under the influence of the earth's gravity. 3 2.

Which of the following statements about an astronaut circling the earth in a satellite is NOT correct? 1 41 The astronaut is.in equilibrium under the influence of two gravitational - forces - If the astronaut stands on a compression balance, it would read zero Both the astronaut and the satellite are accelerating freely under the influence of the earth's gravity. 3 2.

Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition

1st Edition

ISBN:9780078807213

Author:Paul W. Zitzewitz

Publisher:Paul W. Zitzewitz

Chapter7: Gravitation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 67A

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