Multiple Choice
The Earth is instantly replaced in its orbit by a speak of dust. Which statement best describes the subsequent orbital motion of that piece of dust?
A) The dust particle will spiral into the Sun.
B) The dust particle will be ejected from the Solar System.
C) The dust particle will continue in the same orbit as the Earth did, orbiting the Sun in 1 year.
D) The dust particle will move to a smaller orbit and orbit the Sun in less than 1 year.
E) The dust particle will move to a larger orbit and orbit the Sun in more than 1 year.
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