The Gravitational Field Simulated by Rotation in a Space Habitat

question 73

Multiple Choice

The gravitational field simulated by rotation in a space habitat that is best suited for humans is

• A)zero.
• B)g.
• C)one-quarter g.
• D)one-half g.
• E)three-quarters g.

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