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The minimum energy required to launch a satellite of mass m from the surface of earth of mass M and radius R in a circular orbit at an altitude of 2R
Question

The minimum energy required to launch a satellite of mass m from the surface of earth of mass M and radius R in a circular orbit at an altitude of 2R from the surface of the earth is:

A.

2 GmM/3 R

B.

Gm M/2 R

C.

Gm M/3 R

D.

5 Gm M/6 R

Correct option is D

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