An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics · Problem 21.13

The Milky Way Galaxy — Carroll & Ostlie

Physics — Astrophysics · mimas-ring-orbital-resonance

Problem

Carefully sketch the orbits of Mimas and a characteristic Saturnian ring particle that is locked in a 2:1 orbital resonance with the moon. Show qualitatively that the resonance produces an elliptical orbit.

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