Not really. A parabola comes from assuming a uniform gravitational force. When you talk about orbits you are talking instead about a central force. It would be the tip of an ellipse, not a parabola.farolero said:
The shape of a trajectory is determined by the initial conditions, such as the initial velocity and angle of launch, as well as the gravitational force acting on the object.
A parabolic trajectory is a U-shaped curve that is symmetrical and has a single focus point, while an elliptical trajectory is a curved path that is not symmetrical and has two focus points.
In most real-life scenarios, an elliptical trajectory is more common. This is because it is often influenced by multiple forces, such as air resistance, which can cause the path of an object to deviate from a perfect parabolic shape.
Yes, a parabolic trajectory can occur in a vacuum if an object is only influenced by one force, such as the force of gravity. This is often seen in the motion of celestial bodies, such as planets and comets.
In addition to external forces like air resistance and wind, the shape of a trajectory can also be affected by the shape and rotation of the Earth, as well as the changing gravitational pull of other celestial bodies.