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A satellite is moving round the earth in a circular orbit. The following statements are given.
(`i`) It is moving with a constant velocity.
(`ii`) It suffers no acceleration.
(`iii`) its angular momentum w.r.t. the earth remains conserved.
(`iv`) Its distance from centre must be equal to `sqrt(2)` times of earth's radius.
The correct option is

A

`(i)` and `(ii)` are true

B

`(i)` , `(iii)` and `(iv)` are true

C

only `(iii)` is true

D

`(i)` and `(iv)` are true

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To solve the question regarding the statements about a satellite moving around the Earth in a circular orbit, let's analyze each statement step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Statement (i): It is moving with a constant velocity.** - A satellite in a circular orbit moves at a constant speed, but its velocity is not constant because velocity is a vector quantity that depends on both speed and direction. As the satellite moves in a circular path, its direction changes continuously, which means its velocity is changing. - **Conclusion:** This statement is **false**. ...
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