Satellites in Near-Polar Orbit

question 14

Multiple Choice

Satellites in near-polar orbit

• A)follow a north-to-south orbital path.
• B)follow an east-to-west orbital path.
• C)are "locked" into a constant orbital fixed position near either the north or south pole.
• D)use the equator as the orbital path being followed.

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