Question

The orbit of a geostationary satellite is known as :-
a) Parking orbit
b) Circular orbit
c) Synchronous orbit
d) None of these​

Answer 1

Answer:



A geostationary equatorial orbit (GEO) is a circular geosynchronous orbit in the plane of the Earth's equator with a radius of approximately 42,164 km (26,199 mi) (measured from the center of the Earth). A satellite in such an orbit is at an altitude of approximately 35,786 km (22,236 mi) above mean sea level