In a rocket that doesn't reach escape velocity, eg, 200km/ h, what happens?

Subject: In a rocket that doesn't reach escape velocity, eg, 200km/ h, what happens?

Date: Thu Mar 9 23:49:51 2000
Posted by Robert Brollo
Grade level: School: n/a
City: newcastle State/Province: new south wales Country: australia
Area of science: Physics
ID: 952667391.Ph

Message:


Assuming i have unlimited fuel. I am in a rocket heading straight up. I do 
not reach escape velocity,e.g my constant speed is say 200km/h. What will 
happen in 1 year/ 10 years/ 50years? looking forward to your reply.

Re: In a rocket that doesn't reach escape velocity, eg, 200km/ h, what happens?

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