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A satellite in a circular orbit has kinetic energy 5 MJ. What is the magnitude of its potential energy?
A2.5 MJ
B5 MJ
C7.5 MJ
D10 MJ
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 10 MJ
In a circular orbit the potential energy has twice the magnitude of the kinetic energy, so 10 MJ.
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