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A person in an artificial satellite of Earth feels weightlessness. But a person on the Moon has weight though the Moon is also a satellite of the Earth. Why?

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To understand why a person in an artificial satellite feels weightlessness while a person on the Moon does not, we can break down the concepts of gravitational force, centrifugal force, and the conditions of motion in both scenarios. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Weightlessness in Satellites:** - A person in an artificial satellite feels weightlessness because both the satellite and the person inside it are in free fall towards the Earth. This means they are falling at the same rate due to gravity, creating a sensation of weightlessness. 2. **Centrifugal Force in a Rotating Frame:** ...
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