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Spacecraft Dynamics

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What is the primary force that governs the motion of spacecraft in orbit?

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Gravitational force
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The gravitational force between the spacecraft and the central body (e.g., Earth, Moon, or Sun) is the dominant force that determines the spacecraft's orbital motion.

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