Minimal Orbit Speed About Earth Is About 8 Km/s

question 35

Multiple Choice

Minimal orbit speed about Earth is about 8 km/s. Minimal orbital speed about the Moon would be

• A)less than 8 km/s.
• B)more than 8 km/s.
• C)about 8 km/s.

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