If suddenly the gravitational force of attraction between the Earth and a satellite…
Physics · JEE Main · NTA Exams — Gravitation
If suddenly the gravitational force of attraction between the Earth and a satellite revolving around it becomes zero, then the satellite will
- continue to move in its orbit with the same velocity
- move tangentially with the same velocity
- become stationary in its orbit
- move towards the Earth
Answer
(B) move tangentially with the same velocity
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