Question

A sattelite of earth is revolving in a circular orbit with a uniform speed v. If the
gravitational force suddenly disapnears, satellite will :
(a) move along with onginal velocity v
(b) move along tangent with velocity v
(c)falldown with increasing velocity
(d) ultimately come to rest somewhere​

Answer 1

Answer:b is the correct option

Explanation:

The above question can be related to that of a sling shot. If you release the rope of the shot while in circular motion it will ultimately go in tangential direction. Same is the case with a satellite .Hope so it helps.