A satellite is orbiting the earth in a circular orbit of radius r. its.
A
Kinetic energy varies as r
B
Angular momentum varies as 
C
Linear momentum varies as 
D
Frequency of revolution varies as 
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Orbital velocity of the satellite is
where 
is the mass of the earth
Kinetic energy, 
Where m is the mass of the satellite
Hence, option is incorrect.
Angular momentum,
Hence, options is incorrect.
Linear momentum, p = mv = 
Hence, option is incorrect.
Frequency of revolutions,
Hence, option is correct.
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