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8. Centripetal Forces & Gravitation - Part 2 of 3
8. Centripetal Forces & Gravitation / Satellite Motion: Intro / Problem 9

The Moonwatcher Explorer is a robotic spacecraft that ventures around the moon, flying low over its surface. With an orbital period of approximately 115 minutes, this spacecraft is a marvel of modern engineering. As the spacecraft glides over the rugged terrain of the moon, what free-fall acceleration does it experience on its surface?

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