The sun is a source of energy due to thermonuclear fusion. It therefore loses mass at a rate of about 3.5 x 10^9 kg/s. Approximating this loss rate as constant, by how many seconds has the Earth's year increased over the past 2000 years? Assume a simple circular orbit and no other gravitational interactions.

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11.4.8 Growing Year
The sun is a source of energy due to thermonuclear fusion. It therefore loses mass at a rate of about 3.5 x 10^9
kg/s.
Approximating this loss rate as constant, by how many seconds has the Earth's year increased over the past 2000
years? Assume a simple circular orbit and no other gravitational interactions.
0.0000000000000000391
(X) Incorrect
Transcribed Image Text:11.4.8 Growing Year The sun is a source of energy due to thermonuclear fusion. It therefore loses mass at a rate of about 3.5 x 10^9 kg/s. Approximating this loss rate as constant, by how many seconds has the Earth's year increased over the past 2000 years? Assume a simple circular orbit and no other gravitational interactions. 0.0000000000000000391 (X) Incorrect
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