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'''The point at which | '''The point at which an [[orbit|orbiting]] body makes it's closest approach to the [[center of attraction]].''' | ||
The point at which | The point at which an orbiting body is farthest from the center of attraction is known as [[Apogee]]. | ||
[[Category:Orbital Mechanics]] | [[Category:Orbital Mechanics]] | ||
Revision as of 02:05, 15 October 2008
Definition
The point at which an orbiting body makes it's closest approach to the center of attraction.
The point at which an orbiting body is farthest from the center of attraction is known as Apogee.