Kepler's 2nd Law Review

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the term for the point in a planet's orbit where it is farthest from the Sun?
Back
Aphelion
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does Kepler's 2nd Law describe?
Back
The speed/area the planet travels in its orbit.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In an elliptical orbit, where does a moon travel slowest?
Back
At the aphelion (farthest point from the planet).
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
According to Kepler's 2nd Law, how does a planet's speed change as it orbits the Sun?
Back
A planet moves faster when it is closer to the Sun.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When is the Earth moving fastest in its orbit?
Back
In January.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is perihelion?
Back
The point in a planet's orbit where it is closest to the Sun.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What shape do planets' orbits take according to Kepler's laws?
Back
Elliptical.
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