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When is the speed of the satellite maximum in an elliptical orbit?(a) Retrograde(b) Posigrade(c) Perigee(d) ApogeeI have been asked this question in quiz.This intriguing question originated from Satellite Orbits in section Satellite Communication of Avionics

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Right CHOICE is (c) Perigee

The explanation is: In an elliptical orbit, the speed changes depending upon the height of the satellite above the earth. Naturally, the speed of the satellite is greater when it is CLOSE to the earth than when it is far AWAY. The CLOSEST POINT is called the perigee.



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