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Satellite revolving around the earth loses some energy due to collision. What would be the effect on its velocity and distance from the centre of the earth?

A

velocity increases and distance decreases

B

Both velocity and distance increases

C

Both velociy and distance decreases

D

Velocity decreases and distance increases

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