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The moon and other satellites rotate around the earth. Identify the force that keeps these satellites in orbit. A) gravity B) friction C) a strong force D) electromagnetic force
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The moon and other satellites rotate around the earth. Identify the force that keeps these satellites in orbit. A) gravity B) friction C) a strong force D) electromagnetic force

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It's gravity. It is the balance between the centripetal and centrifugal forces that keep the Moon in orbit
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The correct answer is A) Gravity. Hope this helps.
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