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PERIASTRON [1 record]

Record 1 2009-05-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Planets
  • Launching and Space Maneuvering
DEF

The point in the orbit of a satellite or planet which is at a minimum distance from the centre of mass of the primary body.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Planètes
  • Lancement et manœuvres dans l'espace
DEF

Point de l'orbite d'un objet céleste gravitant autour d'un axe pour lequel la distance des deux corps est minimale.

Spanish

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