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A space station moves in a circular orbit around Earth. Which of the following statements describes the centripetal force acting on the space station?

A. The force is acting in the direction of motion.
B. The force is directed toward the space station.
C. The force is directed toward the center of Earth.
D. The force is acting opposite the direction of motion.

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C.
because centripetal means that force only acts in the center of body in motion
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