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Perigee (Noun)

Meaning

Periapsis in Earth orbit; the point in its orbit where a satellite is nearest to the Earth.

Classification

Nouns denoting spatial position.

Examples

  • The satellite completed one full orbit around the Earth in just under two hours, with the perigee bringing it within 100 miles of the planet's surface.
  • Astronomers tracked the spacecraft's trajectory closely, ensuring it would reach perigee safely without being caught by Earth's gravitational pull.
  • During perigee, the satellite transmitted crucial data back to Earth, taking advantage of the stronger signal strength due to its proximity.
  • At perigee, the Space Shuttle's engines fired up to adjust its orbit and prepare for re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere.
  • Scientists carefully calculated the satellite's orbital path to ensure the lowest possible perigee, maximizing its chances of successful spacecraft recovery.

Antonyms

  • Apogee

Hypernyms

  • Point Of Periapsis
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