Question

Kinetic energy of orbiting satellite is k then additional ke required so that it goes to infinity is

Answer 1

Explanation:

Kinetic energy of orbiting satellite is k then additional ke required so that it goes to infinity is potential energy

Answer 2

Answer:

The additional energy required is the potential energy so that the satellite goes to infinity

Given:

The kinetic energy is given as 'k'

Explanation:  

The total mechanical energy of a satellite in an orbit is defined as

Total energy = Potential energy + Kinetic energy

The kinetic energy is defined as 'k', hence the additional energy required by the satellite to reach infinity is the potential energy. It is mechanical energy possessed on the basis of its position.