* Center of Mass Definition: The center of mass is the point where the system's mass is evenly distributed. Imagine a seesaw – the fulcrum (balance point) is the center of mass.
* Mass Influence: The more massive an object, the more its location influences the position of the center of mass.
* Example: A large planet and a small moon. The center of mass will be closer to the planet's center because the planet's mass is much larger.
Important Notes:
* Orbital Motion: While the center of mass is closer to the larger object, both objects actually orbit *around* this common center of mass.
* Not at the Center: The center of mass is not necessarily located *inside* either object. For example, the center of mass of the Earth-Moon system is located slightly outside of Earth.
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