A satellite of mass m is orbiting the earth at a height h above its surface. The mass of the earth is M and its radius is R. By considering the given condition choose the correct pair.
A
Potential energy of the earth satellite system 
B
Kinetic energy of the satellite 
C
Orbital velocity of the satellite 
D
Total energy of satellite 
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D
Total energy of satellite is 
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