Hill sphere

English

Etymology

Defined by the American astronomer George William Hill.

Noun

Hill sphere (plural Hill spheres)

(astronomy) The region in which a given astronomical body dominates the attraction of satellites.

Synonyms

Roche sphere

Related terms

Hill radius

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