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Tag: orbital eccentricity

We’re in the cosmic 1%

February 8, 2021

Just one stretched-out orbit takes up lots of space
Can’t add any planets, there just isn’t space
Now, circles are best. And trust me, I’ve tried
Eight or ten orbits fit nicely inside. … More We’re in the cosmic 1%

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