Gravitation Question 349
Question: For a satellite orbiting in an orbit, close to the surface of earth, to escape, what is the percentage increase in the kinetic energy required?
Options:
A) 41%
B) 61%
C) 81%
D) 98%
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
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Orbital velocity for close to earth orbits
Escape velocity required
% Increase required
