STANDARDPhysics-Gravitation
STANDARD Physics Energy of Satellite MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
An artificial satellite moving in a circular orbit around the Earth has a total energy E₀. Its potential energy is
A
−E₀
B
E₀
C
2E₀
D
−2E₀
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The total energy of a satellite is E₀ = K + U. Since K = -U/2, the potential energy U = 2E₀.
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