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A low-flying earth satellite travels at about 8000 m/s.

Chapter 15, Problem 15.3

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QUESTION:

A low-flying earth satellite travels at about 8000 m/s. What is the factor \(\gamma\) for this speed? As observed from the ground, by how much would a clock traveling at this speed differ from a ground-based clock after one hour (as measured by the latter)? What is the percent difference?

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QUESTION:

A low-flying earth satellite travels at about 8000 m/s. What is the factor \(\gamma\) for this speed? As observed from the ground, by how much would a clock traveling at this speed differ from a ground-based clock after one hour (as measured by the latter)? What is the percent difference?

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If \(v=8000 \mathrm{~m} / \mathrm{s}\),

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