(a)
To find: the polar equation of the planet’s orbit..
(a)
Answer to Problem 60E
The polar equation of the orbit of a planet is given by:
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Calculation:
For Jupiter, it is given that:
It is also known that the polar equation of the orbit of a planet is given by:
(b)
To find: the perihelion and aphelion.
(b)
Answer to Problem 60E
The Perihelion distance us:
The Aphelion distance is:
Explanation of Solution
Calculation:
Substituting the values,
The Perihelion distance us:
The Aphelion distance is:
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