NEET Physics Gravitational Potential Energy MCQ Question
Consider a satellite in a circular orbit around Earth. If the gravitational potential energy at this orbit is labeled as P.E., and the kinetic energy is labeled as K.E., which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between P.E. and K.E.?
P.E. is negative and twice the magnitude of K.E.
P.E. is positive and equal to K.E.
P.E. and K.E. are both positive and equal in magnitude.
P.E. is negative and half the magnitude of K.E.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that in a circular orbit, the potential energy is negative and twice in magnitude compared to the kinetic energy, which is positive.
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