Q52 / 56 · NEST (NISER) 2011 · Physics

A satellite GeoSAT is in a circular geostationary orbit of radius $R_G$, above a point P on the equator. Another satellite ComSAT is in a lower circular orbit of radius $0.81 R_G$. At 7 P.M on January 1, ComSAT is sighted directly above P. On which day among the following can ComSAT be sighted directly above P between 7 P.M. and 8P.M.?

  • A
    January 3
  • Correct answer
    B
    January 9
  • C
    January 15
  • D
    January 21

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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