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2 marksDynamics: Motion in a Straight Line

CSEC Physics · 1992 · Paper 2 · Question 2(i)

Satellites orbiting the Earth, electromagnetic signals, and wave properties.

A student suggests artificial satellites can remain in orbit because they have escaped the earth's gravity. Explain why these satellites would not stay in orbit if the student's suggestion were correct.

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