Definitions
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Escape Velocity.
Escape Velocity - as a noun
The minimum velocity needed to escape a gravitational field
Example Sentences
"The escape velocity required to leave Earth's atmosphere is approximately 25,020 mph."
"A spacecraft must reach a speed of at least 33,000 mph to achieve escape velocity from the Moon."
"Scientists are studying ways to reduce the escape velocity needed for space travel to make it more accessible."
"Mars has a lower escape velocity compared to Earth, making it easier for rockets to leave its atmosphere."
"Calculating the escape velocity of a planet requires knowing its mass and radius."