Math Problem Statement
Choose the correct terms to complete the sentences.
Consider Kepler’s third law. If the orbital period of a celestial body is 27 days and its Choose... axis, or the widest part of its orbit, is 0.3844 x 106 km, then the mass of the Choose... object is Choose... x 1024 kg.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Kepler's Third Law
Celestial Mechanics
Orbital Period
Mass of Celestial Objects
Formulas
Kepler's Third Law: P² = a³ / M
Mass of central object: M = a³ / P²
Theorems
Kepler's Third Law
Suitable Grade Level
High School - Grades 11-12
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