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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Gravitation

Question:

The satellite having the same time period of revolution as that of the earth is called :

Options:

Stationary satellite

Geostationary satellite

Gravitational satellite

Geo-satellite

Correct Answer:

Geostationary satellite

Explanation:

Geostationary satellites rotate in the equatorial plane from west to east. Geostationary satellites are used for communication purposes.