Rockets must reach speeds of around 25,000 mph to break free from Earth’s gravity!
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To escape Earth's gravitational pull and enter orbit, rockets must achieve a velocity of approximately 25,020 mph (or 40,270 km/h). This speed allows them to overcome Earth's gravity and avoid falling back to the surface. Different missions may require varying speeds depending on their destination, such as the Moon or Mars, but the initial launch speed is crucial for any space journey.
