Virtual simulation

Open the “Gravity and Orbits” PhET simulation, fill out the masses of the star and the planet, then measure the orbital radius and the period of the system in the Excel worksheet (highlighted area).

Unit III: Virtual Simulation Assignment Open the “Gravity and Orbits” PhET simulation: Review the video PhET Gravity & Orbits to familiarize yourself with the various functions of the simulation before beginning your assignment. Explore the orbital motion of the five different gravitational systems, A through E, through a virtual simulation provided by PhET. Fill out […]

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