Assuming a constant velocity of v=0.87c, how long would the trip to Alpha Centauri take as observed by the ground control team here on Earth?

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It is year 2120 and we have figure out a propulsion system that allows
spaceships travel at velocities as high as v = 0.87c. A first expedition to
Alpha Centauri (the nearest planetary system) is being planned. Alpha
Centauri is 4.3 ly away.
Answer the following 5 questions below asking you about the details of
this expedition.
Question 10
Assuming a constant velocity of v=0.87c, how long would the trip to
Alpha Centauri take as observed by the ground control team here on
Earth?
Give your answer in years
Transcribed Image Text:It is year 2120 and we have figure out a propulsion system that allows spaceships travel at velocities as high as v = 0.87c. A first expedition to Alpha Centauri (the nearest planetary system) is being planned. Alpha Centauri is 4.3 ly away. Answer the following 5 questions below asking you about the details of this expedition. Question 10 Assuming a constant velocity of v=0.87c, how long would the trip to Alpha Centauri take as observed by the ground control team here on Earth? Give your answer in years
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