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ERIC Number: EJ292178
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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How to Orbit the Earth.
Quimby, Donald J.
Science Teacher, v51 n1 p54-56 Jan 1984
Discusses the geometry, algebra, and logic involved in the solution of a "Mindbenders" problem in "Discover" magazine and applies it to calculations of satellite orbital velocity. Extends the solution of this probe to other applications of falling objects. (JM)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Computation, Geometry, High Schools, Mathematical Applications, Physics, Problem Solving, Satellites (Aerospace), Science Education, Secondary School Science, Space Sciences
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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