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The orbit of geostationary satellite is circular, the time period of satellite depeds on (i) mass of the satellite, (ii) mass of earth, (iii) radius of the orbit and (iv) height of the satellite from the surface of the earth

A

has a circular orbit lying in an equatorial plane of the earth

B

appears stationary with respect to earth

C

is a preferred satellite for steady and reliable transmission and reception

D

is orbiting at a height of approximately `36000km` above the surface of earth in a circular orbit containing New Delhi in its plane.

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