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Question

An earth satellite is kept moving in its orbit. It is due to the phenomenon of centripetal force provided by

  1. The rocket engine propelling the satellite
  2. The gravitational attraction of the Earth on the satellite
  3. The gravitational attraction of the Sun on the satellite
  4. The gravitational attraction of satellite on Earth

Answer:

Option B: The gravitational attraction of the Earth on the satellite

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “The gravitational attraction of the Earth on the satellite ”.

An earth satellite is kept moving in its orbit due to: (2) The gravitational attraction of the Earth on the satellite