Q 11-07-028NEETJEE MainEasy
The kinetic energy of a satellite in a circular orbit is $2$ MJ. Its total mechanical energy and potential energy are respectively
Answer: (D) $-2$ MJ and $-4$ MJ
Concept. Circular orbit: $U = -2K$, $E = -K$.
Step 1. Values. $E = -2$ MJ, $U = -4$ MJ.
Answer. $-2$ MJ and $-4$ MJ (Option D).
Solution by Sreeraj P, M.Sc Physics