Gravispheric

/ˌɡrævɪˈsfɛrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or belonging to a gravisphere; within the sphere of gravitational influence of a massive body.

Etymology

From 'gravisphere' with the suffix '-ic' added to create an adjective form. The root combines Latin 'gravis' with Greek 'sphaira.'

Kelly Says

Scientists use 'gravispheric' when talking about how objects orbit—you could say the Moon orbits within Earth's gravispheric zone, where Earth's gravity is strong enough to keep it in a fixed path.

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