Math Problem Statement
Which of the following statements is NOT one of Kepler's Three Laws of Planetary Motion?
A.The Law of Ellipses: Planets move in elliptical orbits with the Sun at one focus.
B.The Law of Equal Areas: A line segment joining a planet and the Sun sweeps out equal areas during equal intervals of time.
C.The Law of Harmonies: The square of the orbital period of a planet is directly proportional to the cube of the semi-major axis of its orbit.
D.The Law of Circular Motion: All planets move in perfect circles around the Sun at a constant speed.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Astronomy
Planetary Motion
Elliptical Orbits
Proportional Relationships
Formulas
T^2 ∝ r^3 (where T is the orbital period and r is the semi-major axis)
Theorems
Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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