Proving ellipse shape of earth orbit?

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Start date Mar 7, 2006
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Earth Ellipse Orbit Shape

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To prove the elliptical shape of Earth's orbit, resources on Kepler's laws of planetary motion are essential, particularly the proof of the elliptical orbit. A secondary student is seeking websites that can provide clear explanations and evidence supporting this concept. A Google search for "Earth orbit ellipse shape distance" yields numerous helpful results. Additionally, resources that explain Newton's "Principia" can enhance understanding of the underlying principles of orbital mechanics. Exploring these topics will provide a solid foundation for grasping the elliptical nature of Earth's orbit.

Mar 7, 2006

adiputra

hi, i am secondary student, can anybody help me to find a site in proving ellipse shape of Earth orbit? and also those site which help you in understanding Principia?

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Mar 7, 2006

berkeman

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I googled Earth orbit ellipse shape distance, and got lots of good hits:

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=earth+orbit+ellipse+shape+distance

Mar 7, 2006

neurocomp2003

search for kepler's 3 laws proofs. one of them is for the elliptic.

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