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A satellite moves around the earth in a circular orbit of radius r with speed v. If the mass of the satellite is M, its total energy is 

a
−12Mv2
b
12Mv2
c
32Mv2
d
Mv2

detailed solution

Correct option is A

Total energy = – (kinetic energy) = −12Mv2

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