Question: Given the following passage  "Compass-M1 is an experimental satellite launched for signal testing and validation and for the frequency filing on 14 April 2007. The role of Compass-M1 for Compass is similar to the role of the GIOVE satellites for the Galileo system. The orbit of Compass-M1 is nearly circular, has an altitude of 21,150 km and an inclination of 55.5 degrees.",  answer the following question. Note that the answer is present within the text.  Question: How does Compass-M1 travel?
Answer:
nearly circular