Which statements describe the relationship of Earth and its moon? Check all that apply.The moon orbits Earth following a nearly circular path.The gravitational pull of Earth on the moon is parallel to the velocity of the moon.The moon orbits Earth in 1 Earth day.The same face of the moon always points toward Earth.The moon’s orbit is the result of the interaction between the moon’s inertia and the gravitational force from Earth.
Answer
A
The moon orbits Earth following a nearly circular path.
B
The gravitational pull of Earth on the moon is parallel to the velocity of the moon.
C
The moon orbits Earth in 1 Earth day.
D
The same face of the moon always points toward Earth.
E
The moon’s orbit is the result of the interaction between the moon’s inertia and the gravitational force from Earth.