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#orbital velocity

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A satellite orbits Earth at 17RE from the center. What is its orbital speed? (g\=9.8m/s2,RE\=6.4×106m)

v = gRE2r. r = 17RE, v = 9.8×6.4×10617. v = 3.694×106≈1.92×103m/s. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to 1.9 × 10³ m/s. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option A is scientifically correct.

Ref: Halliday & Resnick, Fundamentals of Physics, 11th ed., Chapter 13: Gravitation.

Which of the following statements is correct about a satellite in circular orbit?

The gravitational force provides the centripetal force (GMEmr2 = mv2r), making option 2 correct. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to Gravity provides the centripetal force. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.

Ref: Halliday & Resnick, Fundamentals of Physics, 11th ed., Chapter 13: Gravitation.