Chapter1: The Study Of Motion
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In the attached diagram, a small sphere is projected horizontally near the surface of a planet. Photos of the sphere are taken in intervals of 0.2 seconds. Assume that the first photo is taken at the zero second mark. The radius of the planet is 5.1*10^6 meters.
Find the acceleration of free fall at the surface on the planet, and the mass of the planet. Provide ample explanation
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