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This study guide covers celestial mechanics for the AP Physics C: Mechanics exam. Key topics include Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation, circular and elliptical orbits, orbital velocity and period, Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion, gravity assists, and special orbits like geostationary orbits. It also includes practice questions and exam tips.
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Question 1 of 12
๐ If the distance between two objects is doubled, how does the gravitational force between them change?
It is doubled
It is halved
It is reduced by a factor of four
It is increased by a factor of four