A synchronous satellite, which always remains above the same point on a planet's equator, is put in orbit around Mars so that scientists can study a surface feature. Mars rotates once every 24.6 h. Use the data of Table 13.2 to find the altitude of the satellite.
Mass of Mars: 6.42e23
Mean radius: 3.37e6
Period of Revolutions: 5.94e7
Mean Distance from the sun: 2.28e11
Mass of Mars: 6.42e23
Mean radius: 3.37e6
Period of Revolutions: 5.94e7
Mean Distance from the sun: 2.28e11