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Which mechanism influences a satellite's orbit around Earth because it deviates from perfect Newtonian predictions?

A)Spacetime curvature induced by gravity
B)Atmospheric drag at high altitudes
C)Solar wind pressure on satellite skin
D)Doppler shift of communication signals

💡 Explanation

Spacetime curvature is caused by Earth's mass, creating a gravitational field that alters the geodesics that satellites follow. This influences trajectories; therefore orbital calculations require general relativity, showing that gravity affects motion via spacetime curvature and not solely Newtonian mechanics.

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