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A satellite S is moving in an elliptical orbit around the earth. The mass of the satellite is very small compared to the mass of the earth.

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the acceleration of S is always directed towards the centre of the earth

B

The angular momentum of S about the centre of the earth changes in direction , but its magnitude remains constant

C

the total mechanical energy of S varies periodically with time

D

the linear momentum of S remains constant in magnitude

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