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Gravitation: Satellites MCQ

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SatellitesMediumQuestion 6259

Question

Geostationary satellite has period:
  1. A
    12 hours
  2. B
    24 hours
    Correct
  3. C
    48 hours
  4. D
    1 hour

Correct answer

24 hours

Explanation

Geostationary = stationary relative to Earth. Period = 24 hours (same as Earth's rotation).

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