One of my friends is stuck on a question and wonders if you could help her...

Discussion in 'Astronomy, Exobiology, & Cosmology' started by qwerty222, Dec 19, 2002.

  1. qwerty222

    qwerty222 Top Dancer Registered Senior Member

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    The question is:-
    What is the Difference Between Geostationary and a polar orbit?

    She and I will be very greatful if you could help.
    Thank you.
     
    qwerty222, Dec 19, 2002
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  3. wet1

    wet1 Wanderer Registered Senior Member

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    Geostationary means that as the earth turns, the satellite will remain in the same place over the same spot. It orbits at the same rate as the earth turns.

    Polar orbit means that the orbit carries it over the poles. Most orbits go around the earth but polar goes from top to bottom, if you will.

    Are we still doing homework?
     
    wet1, Dec 19, 2002
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  5. Trust_No_1

    Trust_No_1 Crazy Devil Worshiper. Registered Senior Member

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    My Friends wer not doin' homework they wer doin' school work cuz they r @ skool @ the moment!
     
    Trust_No_1, Dec 19, 2002
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