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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 velocity and distance decreases.

D

Velocity decreases and distance increases.

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