06. Why and how do things go into orbit around other things? Is it because of gravitational pull? (A K2S Question)

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Yes. The centrifugal force matches gravity at that particular speed and altitude. In other words, you are being pulled in both directions equally so you don't feel anything.

Answer provided by Dana S. Klein & D. Brooke Owens


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