Q72 / 90 · JEE Main 2023 (10 Apr Shift 2) · Physics
The time period of a satellite, revolving above earth's surface at a height equal to will be (Given radius of earth)
- A
- B
- Correct answerC
- D
Solution
The velocity of the satellite revolving round the Earth at a height from the centre of the Earth is given by
The formula to calculate the time period in the circular orbit is given by
In this case:
Substitute the expression for the velocity from equation (1) into equation (2) and simplify to obtain the required time period.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.