Gravitational Field Variation of Disc Orbitating Earth

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The discussion revolves around a hypothetical scenario where the moon is modeled as a disc orbiting Earth, prompting a question about gravitational field variations at the poles and Earth's center of mass. Participants clarify that the question is a homework assignment and suggest reposting it in the appropriate section for better assistance. There is an emphasis on the need for the original poster to attempt a solution before seeking help. The conversation highlights the importance of following forum guidelines for homework-related inquiries. Overall, the focus is on understanding gravitational effects in this unique disc model.
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Moved from another forum, so homework template missing
Hey guys, take a look at this question if you may

Suppose the moon, instead of a sphere, is a disc orbitating the Earth ( the moon's total mass is equal to the disc's total mass), the intern radius of the disc is equal to half the distnce between moon and Earth's center of mass and the external radius equals double of the distance between moon and Earth's CM. Find an algebric expression that determines: a) the variation in the gravitacional field due to the disc in the north pole or south pole. b) the variation in the gravitational field due to the disc in Earth's center of mass.

That is the whole question. Will there be any effect on the poles at all? Considering that the Earth will pull the disc to its center...

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Is this a homework question or just a random exercise? If it's hw, it should be posted on the homework forum.
 
UncertaintyAjay said:
Is this a homework question or just a random exercise? If it's hw, it should be posted on the homework forum.
Its hw, sorry!
 
LeoPedranjo said:
Its hw, sorry!

OK please repost in the appropriate homework section and use the homework template :smile:Dave
 
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