Is a satellite orbiting Earth free from Earth's gravity? Why or why not?

No . . . the earth's gravitational force is a requirement of the satellite maintaining orbit around the planet . . . without it, you could expect the satellite to just float on being earth like a comet passing by

Answered by Anonymous | 2024-06-10

No, because gravitational fields go on forever.

Answered by lizzbeth | 2024-06-10

A satellite orbiting Earth is not free from gravity; rather, it relies on Earth's gravitational force to maintain its orbit. This force acts as the centripetal force needed for the satellite to move in a circular path, keeping it from falling back to Earth. Thus, gravity is crucial for the satellite's orbital motion and stability.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-12-26