In this lesson students explore the concept of orbits, focusing on altitude, velocity, and distance traveled.
The lesson explores the connection of Earth-orbiting satellites to the study of the environment. Both geometric and algebraic concepts are presented to students in this application of science and mathematics to a real-world situation.
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