Gravitational Potential Energy Reference Point
A satellite is in an elliptical orbit around Earth. If the zero reference point for gravitational potential energy is changed from Earth’s surface to infinity, which of the following statements is correct?
A
The orbital path will change
B
The gravitational force will decrease
C
All potential energy values become negative
D
The satellite’s period will increase
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