Question

lori drew a force diagram to represent a satellite in orbit around earth. which best explains how to correct loris diagram? make the ( f_g ) vector longer change the vector labeled ( f_{net} ) so it is labeled ( f_p ) add an ( f_p ) vector at the center and pointing left remove the ( f_{net} ) vector

Explanation:

When a satellite is in orbit around Earth, the centripetal force required for its circular motion is provided by the gravitational force (\(F_g\)) exerted by Earth on the satellite. There is no \(F_{air}\) (air - resistance force) in space as it is a vacuum. The correct force acting on the satellite in orbit is the gravitational force.

Answer:

Change the vector labeled \(F_{air}\) so it is labeled \(F_{g}\)