Orbital Speed and Radius
A satellite of mass m is in a circular orbit of radius r about the center of Earth with an orbital speed v. For a satellite in a circular orbit of radius 2r, the orbital speed is v’. What is the value of v’ in terms of v?
A
v’ = v/√8
B
v’ = v/4
C
v’ = v/√2
D
v’ = v/2
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