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does the period or frequency represent an orbit?
The period represents the time it takes for an object to complete one full orbit around another object, while frequency represents the number of orbits completed in a given amount of time. Therefore, period and frequency are inversely related to each other.
Yes, the period and frequency of an orbit can change if there is a change in the speed or distance of the orbiting object. This can happen due to external forces such as gravitational pull from other objects or internal forces such as propulsion systems.
The period of an orbit can be calculated using Kepler's third law, which states that the square of the orbital period is directly proportional to the cube of the semi-major axis of the orbit. Frequency can be calculated by taking the inverse of the period.
Yes, there is an inverse relationship between period and frequency for all types of orbits, including circular, elliptical, and parabolic orbits. However, the specific values of period and frequency may vary depending on the size and shape of the orbit.
The mass of the orbiting object does not affect the period and frequency of an orbit, as long as the mass of the larger object (such as a planet or star) remains constant. This is because the gravitational force between two objects is dependent on their masses, but the period and frequency are only affected by the distance between the objects and the gravitational constant.