A satellite is orbiting close to Earth's surface. Its orbital speed is (g = 10 m/s², R = 6400 km) MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A satellite is orbiting close to Earth's surface. Its orbital speed is (g = 10 m/s², R = 6400 km)
A. 4 km/s
B. 11.2 km/s
C. 16 km/s
D. 8 km/s
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
v = √(gR) = √(10×6400×10³) = √(64×10⁶) = 8×10³ m/s = 8 km/s. Escape velocity 11.2 km/s.

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