Suppose a Planet Is Orbited by a Number of Satellites

question 8

Multiple Choice

Suppose a planet is orbited by a number of satellites.Which of the satellites will feel the weakest tidal forces due to the planet?

• A)A large satellite in a close orbit
• B)A large satellite in a distant orbit
• C)A small satellite in a close orbit
• D)A small satellite in a distant orbit

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