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Two artificial satellites A and B of same mass are revolving round the earth at heights h1 and h2 in circular orbits. If h2< h1, the satellite possessing greater K.E. is

a
A
b
B
c
Both A & B
d
Cannot be determined

detailed solution

Correct option is B

Speed of a satellite moving in circular orbit is given by Where r = Radius of orbit = R + hSo if  ' h ' is less , K.E. will be more.Hence option  - (2) is correct.

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