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Geostationary Orbit

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AP Physics C: Mechanics

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A geostationary orbit is an orbit around Earth where a satellite appears stationary relative to an observer on Earth's surface. Satellites in geostationary orbits have an orbital period equal to Earth's rotation period, allowing them to maintain constant communication with specific regions on Earth.

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