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Circular Orbit

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A circular orbit is a path followed by an object around another object, where the distance between them remains constant. It is characterized by a constant radius and uniform speed.

AP course connection

Topic 7.2: 7.2 Orbits of Planets and Satellites

Unit 7

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