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A satellite of mass m is placed at a distance r from the centre of earth (mass M ). The mechanical energy of the satellite isA. `-(GMm)/(r)`B. `(GMm)/(r)`C. `(GMm)/(2r)`D. `-(GMm)/(2r)`

Answer» Correct Answer - D
If a satellite of mass m is placed at a distance r form the centre of the earth (of mass M), the mechanical energy of the satellite is given by `(-GMm)/(2r)`.


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