Two satellites having equal masses are in circular orbits around Earth. Satellite A has a smaller orbital radius than satellite B. Which statement is true?
A) Satellite A and satellite B have the same amount of mechanical energy (potential energy plus kinetic energy).
B) Satellite A has more kinetic energy, more potential energy, and less mechanical energy (potential energy plus kinetic energy) than satellite B.
C) Satellite A and satellite B have the same amount of kinetic energy and no potential energy because they are in motion.
D) Satellite A has more kinetic energy, less potential energy, and less mechanical energy (potential energy plus kinetic energy) than satellite B.
E) Satellite A has less kinetic energy, less potential energy, and less mechanical energy (potential energy plus kinetic energy) than satellite B.
D) Satellite A has more kinetic energy, less potential energy, and less mechanical energy (potential energy plus kinetic energy) than satellite B
Two satellites having equal masses are in circular orbits around Earth. Satellite A has a smaller...
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