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Question 85

A satellite orbits a planet in a circular path at a constant speed.

Which of the following statements correctly describes the velocity and acceleration of the satellite?

A

Both velocity and acceleration are constant.

B

The velocity is constant, and the acceleration is directed towards the centre of the planet.

C

The velocity is changing, and the acceleration is directed towards the centre of the planet.

D

The velocity is changing, and the acceleration is directed along the tangent to the orbit in the direction of motion.

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Motion Questions

  1. IGCSE
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204 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics Motion, covering Motion. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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