Question

Assume Jupiter undergoes uniform circular motion about the Sun, with the Sun being stationary. The masses and radii for Jupiter and the Sun are: M_J = 1.90 x 10²⁷ kg R_J = 6.99 x 10⁷ m M_s = 1.99 x 10³⁰ kg R_s = 6.69 x 10⁸ m.  Distance from Sun to Jupiter (center to center) D_S-J = 7.78 x 10¹¹ m. A) Determine the center of mass for the system consisting of Jupiter and the Sun. B) Determine the linear acceleration of Jupiter. C) Determine the orbital speed of Jupiter. D) Determine the period of Jupiter’s orbit. E) Determine the gravitational potential energy of the Jupiter-Sun system. F) Determine the total mechanical energy of Jupiter

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