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.

Solution

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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