Question
Physics Question on Gravitation
If total energy of an earth's satellite is zero, it means that
A
The satellite is bound to earth
B
The satellite may no longer be bound to earth's field
C
The satellite moves away from the orbit along a parabolic path
D
The satellite escapes in a hyperbolic path
Answer
The satellite moves away from the orbit along a parabolic path
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): The satellite moves away from the orbit along a parabolic path