A satellite revolves around a planet in a circular orbit
Force, Work, Power, Energy (10)A satellite revolves around a planet in a circular orbit. What is the work done by the satellite at any instant? Give a reason.
Answer
Work done by the satellite is Zero.
Reason: Force or centripetal force (of gravity) is always perpendicular to the displacement.
OR
W = Fs cos 90º
W = 0
- Exam Year: 2020