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An artificial satellite moving in circular orbit around the earth has total (kinetic + potential) energy `E_(0)`. Its potential energy and kinetic energy respectively are :

A

`-E_0`

B

`1.5E_0`

C

`2E_0`

D

`E_0`

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The correct Answer is:
C
`U=(-GMm)/r`
`E=(-GMm)/(2r),thereforeU=2E_0`
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