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In Physics / College | 2025-07-07

Planet X has a moon similar to Earth's moon. Which path would this moon's orbit take? If, for some reason, the planet is destroyed and no longer exists, which path would the moon take?

Asked by blg64549

Answer (1)

The moon of Planet X would likely follow an elliptical orbit around the planet due to gravitational forces. If Planet X were destroyed, the moon would move in a straight line away from the planet following the principle of inertia. This highlights the importance of gravitational force in maintaining orbital paths. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07