AIIMS2000Physics-Gravitation
AIIMS 2000 Physics Orbital Mechanics MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
A satellite is in an orbit around the Earth; if its kinetic energy is doubled, then
A
it will fall on the Earth
B
it will rotate with a greater speed
C
it will maintain its path
D
it will escape out of Earth's gravitational field
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
Doubling the kinetic energy of a satellite increases its velocity, potentially exceeding escape velocity, causing it to leave Earth's gravitational influence.
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