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Physics Gravitation Motion of Satellite MCQ (Single Correct)

If suddenly the gravitational force of attraction between earth and a satellite revolving around it becomes zero, then the satellite will -

A
Continue to move in its orbit with same velocity
B
Move tangentially to the original orbit in the same velocity
C
Become stationary in its orbit
D
Move towards the earth

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The correct answer is:
B

Move tangentially to orbit due to inertia of direction.

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