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🎯 Common Question Types:
- Explain orbit in terms of gravity pulling towards the centre (2–3 marks)
- Explain how the orbital radius must change if the orbital speed changes (qualitative, 3 marks)
- Compare circular vs elliptical orbit properties (3–4 marks)
- Describe satellite types and their uses (2 marks)
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- Saying gravity "pushes" an orbiting object — gravity always pulls towards the centre
- Thinking a closer orbit means slower speed — it is faster (stronger gravity needed)
- Confusing orbital period with orbital speed — further orbit means both longer period AND slower speed
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