JEE Main Physics question

A geostationary satellite [CPMT 1990]

(A)Revolves about the polar axisCorrect
(B)Has a time period less than that of a near-earth satellite
(C)Moves faster than a near-earth satellite
(D)Is stationary in space

Answer: (A)

Solution

A geostationary satellite orbits in the equatorial plane with its orbital axis along the earth's polar (rotation) axis, so it does revolve about the polar axis. Its period (24 h) is far GREATER, not less, than a near-earth satellite's (~84 min);

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