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Physics GK · Q5

Gravitational Force

Competitive Exams · Physics GK · question 5

Q5

A satellite revolves around the earth in a circular orbit. If gravitational pull suddenly disappear, then it

A.
falls down with increasing speed
B.
continues to move with the same speed and along the same path
C.
moves with the same speed tangential to the original orbit
Answer
D.
comes to rest after moving a certain distance along the original path

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
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