A) continue to move in its orbit with same velocity
B) move tangentially to the original orbit with the same velocity
C) become stationary in its orbit
D) move towards the earth
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
When gravitational force becomes zero, then centripetal force required cannot be provided. So, the satellite will move with the velocity as it has at the instant when gravitational force becomes zero, i.e., it moves tangentially to the original orbit due to inertia.
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