A Satellite of 1000 Kg Is in a Circular Orbit $\times$

question 84

Multiple Choice

A satellite of 1000 kg is in a circular orbit at a height of R_E above the surface of Earth.Calculate the minimum energy required to put such a satellite into this orbit.(R_E = 6.38 $\times$ 10⁶ m,M_E = 5.98 $\times$ 10²⁴ kg,G = 6.67 $\times$ 10^-11 N·m²/kg²)

• A)3.13 \(\times\) 10¹⁰ J
• B)8.34 \(\times\) 10¹⁰ J
• C)4.69 \(\times\) 10¹⁰ J
• D)6.25 \(\times\) 10¹⁰ J
• E)1.56 \(\times\) 10¹⁰ J

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Definitions:

Ligamentum Nuchae

A fibrous membrane that provides support to the head by connecting cervical vertebrae to the skull.

Erect

A posture or position that is upright and vertical, or the state of being physically rigid due to the engorgement of blood vessels.

Maxilla

A pair of bones forming the upper jaw, central portion of the facial skeleton, and part of the roof of the mouth, holding the upper teeth.

Cranium

The skull, especially the part enclosing the brain.