barycenter
IPA: bɝˈɪsɛntɝ
noun
- (physics) The center of a mass; often specifically, the point at which the gravitational forces exerted by two objects are equal
- (geometry) The centroid, the geometric center of a plane figure
verb
- To determine such a barycenter
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Examples of "barycenter" in Sentences
- The barycenter of a system is the point where the masses balance each other
- In our solar system, the barycenter often shifts due to the gravitational influence of planets
- Scientists study the barycenter to better understand the movements of celestial bodies
- The Earth and Moon's barycenter is located just below the Earth's surface
- Understanding the barycenter is crucial for accurate spacecraft navigation
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