Satellite Orbital Mechanical Energy
A satellite of mass m is in a circular orbit of radius r around a planet of mass M. If the satellite’s speed is instantaneously reduced to half its original value without a change in direction, what is the satellite’s total mechanical energy at that moment?
A
-5GMm/8r
B
-GMm/r
C
-7GMm/8r
D
-GMm/2r
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