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8.1 Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites

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Question 13

Astronomers discover a small, rocky body in orbit around Neptune. The body formed naturally.

Which statement correctly identifies the body and the force that keeps it in orbit around Neptune?

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A

It is a natural satellite, and the Sun's gravitational attraction keeps it in orbit.

B

It is a natural satellite, and Neptune's gravitational attraction keeps it in orbit.

C

It is a planet, and the Sun's gravitational attraction keeps it in orbit.

D

It is a planet, and Neptune's gravitational attraction keeps it in orbit.

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8.1 Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites Questions

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84 exam-style questions on AQA GCSE Physics 8.1 Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites, covering 8.1.1 Our solar system, 8.1.2 The life cycle of a star, and 8.1.3 Orbital motion, natural and artificial satellites. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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