A satellite with kinetic energy 
is revolving round the earth in a circular orbit. How much more kinetic energy should be given to it so that it may just escape into outer space
A
B
2 
C
D
3 
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Binding energy = – kinetic energy
And if this amount of energy 
given to satellite then it will escape into outer space
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