35. What happens if we are unable to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere? (A K2S Question)

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Current spacecraft fly in LEO, which is very stable. It is a miniscule probability that the vehicle would be unable to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere. However, if the vehicle is unable to enter the Earth's atmosphere, it would remain in orbit.

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