Kinetic Energy of a 600 kg Satellite at 8RE

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What is the kinetic energy of a 600kg satellite at 8RE from Earth’s center? (ME\=6×1024kg,RE\=6.4×106m,G\=6.67×10−11N m2/kg2)

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2.2 × 10⁹ J 2.3 × 10⁹ J 2.4 × 10⁹ J Correct 2.5 × 10⁹ J

Explanation

K = GMEm2r. r = 8RE = 5.12×107m. K = 6.67×10−11×6×1024×6002×5.12×107. K = 2.401×10171.024×108≈2.34×109J. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to 2.4 × 10⁹ J. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option C is scientifically correct.

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