Expert Physics Tutoring

Q1. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Define the term "orbit".

Q2. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

State which object in the solar system is the primary focus of this topic.

Q3. Application (2 marks)

Explain why the Moon is constantly moving.

Q4. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Name the shape of the Moon's orbit around Earth.

Q5. Application (2 marks)

Describe how the Moon's orbit affects the tides on Earth.

Q6. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)

Define the term "centripetal force".

Q7. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)

State Newton's law that explains centripetal force.

Q8. Calculations (3 marks)

If a satellite has a mass of 200 kg and travels in a circular orbit with a radius of 6000 km, calculate its centripetal force. (Gravitational constant G = 6.67 x 10^-11 N m^2 kg^-2)

Q9. Application (2 marks)

Explain why satellites are often placed in geostationary orbits.

Q10. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Name one application of satellites that utilize orbital motions.