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Noun orbital point has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebOrbital PointDefinition:An orbital point refers to a specific location in an orbit around a celestial body where an object is farthest or closest to the body it is orbiting. Senses:Sense 1:Noun - Astronomy A specific point in an orbit around a celestial body. Example Sentence: The spacecraft reached its orbital point around Mars. Sense 2:Noun - Physics The closest or farthest point in an object's orbit around another object due to the effect of gravity. Example Sentence: The Moon's orbital point around the Earth varies due to gravitational interactions. Sample Sentences:1. The satellite entered a stable orbit around the Earth and reached its farthest orbital point. 2. The asteroid was observed passing through its closest orbital point to the Sun. 3. Scientists study various orbital points to understand the gravitational forces in space. Related Products: | ||||
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