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Physics Gravitation Energy of an Orbiting Satellite MCQ (Single Correct)

Two identical satellites are at the heights R and 7R from the earth's surface. Which of the

following statement is incorrect regarding these two satellites? radius of the earth)

A
Ratio of their total energy is 5
B
Ratio of their kinetic energy is 4
C
Ratio of their potential energy of both 4
D
Ratio of their total energy is 4 and ratio of potential to kinetic energy is 2

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