Unit 3 flashcard
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Physics
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12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the direction of a planet moving counterclockwise in its orbit?
Back
Counterclockwise is the standard direction of planetary motion in the solar system.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the Terrestrial Planets?
Back
The Terrestrial Planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, characterized by their rocky surfaces.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which planet is known for the Great Red Spot?
Back
Jupiter is known for the Great Red Spot, a massive storm that has been ongoing for hundreds of years.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does Kepler's 2nd Law state about the motion of comets?
Back
Kepler's 2nd Law states that a line segment joining a planet and the Sun sweeps out equal areas during equal intervals of time, meaning comets spend more time far from the Sun.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does a planet's speed change as it moves away from the Sun?
Back
A planet moves slower when it is farthest from the Sun.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of eccentric orbits in celestial mechanics?
Back
Eccentric orbits result in varying speeds of celestial bodies, affecting their distance from the Sun and other planets.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define angular momentum in the context of planetary motion.
Back
Angular momentum is the quantity of rotation of a body, which is conserved in the absence of external torques.
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