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7.1 The Solar System and gravity

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Question 37
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Two identical satellites move in stable circular orbits around the Earth. Satellite X has a greater orbital radius than satellite Y.

Which statement correctly compares the gravitational force and orbital speed of X with those of Y?

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A

X experiences a smaller force and has a lower speed.

B

X experiences a smaller force and has a higher speed.

C

X experiences a greater force and has a lower speed.

D

X experiences a greater force and has a higher speed.

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7.1 The Solar System and gravity Questions

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /7.1 The Solar System and gravity

80 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Physics 7.1 The Solar System and gravity, covering 7.1.1 Weight and g on different bodies in space, 7.1.2 The Solar System, 7.1.3 Changing ideas about the Solar System, 7.1.4 Orbits of moons, planets, comets and satellites, and 7.1.5 Gravity and orbital motion. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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