If an object is floating through space and does not closely approach other objects, it will keep going at the same speed in the same direction. This is due to Newton's first law of motion, which states that an object in motion will remain in motion at a constant velocity unless acted upon by a net external force. Since space is largely a vacuum with minimal resistance or gravitational influence from other objects, the object's motion remains largely uninterrupted.
An object is floating through space. What will happen to it over time if it does not closely approach other objects?
OIt will eventually move in a circular pattern.
It will slow down and stop.
O It will speed up until it reaches terminal velocity.
It will keep going at the same speed in the same direction.
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