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A satellite is placed in a geosynchronous orbit. In this equatorial orbit with a period of 24 hours, the satellite hovers over one point on the equator. Which statement is true for a satellite in such an orbit?

There is no gravitational force on the satellite.

There is no acceleration toward the center of the Earth.

The satellite is in a state of free fall toward the Earth.

There is a tangential force that helps the satellite keep up with the rotation of the Earth.

The force toward the center of the Earth is balanced by a force away from the center of the Earth.


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Marked as best answer by waynest on Aug 6, 2020

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waynest

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Reply 2 on: Aug 6, 2020
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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