low mass
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a Mass recited without music
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According to quantum theory, this behavior arises from the spacing of the (quantized) rotational energy levels, which are particularly wide-spaced in H 2 because of its low mass.
Applications include control of the orientation and position of orbiting satellites (some satellites have dozens of low-power ion thrusters) and use as a main propulsion engine for low-mass robotic space vehicles (for example Deep Space 1 and Dawn).
BL Hydri is another close binary system composed of a low mass star and a strongly magnetic white dwarf.
By contrast, cool, very low-mass stars (below 0.4 M ) are convective throughout.
An inflatable aeroshell provides one alternative for enlarging the drag area with a low-mass design.
High muzzle velocity is achieved by using a projectile with a low mass and large base area in the gun barrel.