Question

which of these describe the speed of a moon as it draws closer to the planet it orbits? (1 point) the speed of the moon decreases. the speed of the moon increases. the speed of the moon remains constant. the speed of the moon creates an elliptical pattern.

Explanation:

This is governed by Kepler's Second Law of Planetary Motion (which applies to moons orbiting planets too), stating that a celestial object sweeps out equal areas in equal times. When the moon is closer to the planet, it must move faster to cover the same area in the same time interval.

Answer:

The speed of the moon increases.