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Two satellites are in circular orbits around the earth. Theorbit for satellite A is at a height of 555 km above the earth’ssurface, while that for satellite B is at a height of 778 km. Findthe orbital speed for (a) satellite A and (b) satellite B.

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h height of satellite above earth v tangential velocity of satellite m mass of satellite here gravity force is balanced by centripetal force of satellites centripetal force at    See Answer
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