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1.	Determine the time period of revolution of a satellite in a circular orbit around a planet of radius 6374 m at a height of 600 m. Assume the acceleration due to gravity at sea level to be 9.8 m/s2.
A.	30 mins
B.	25 mins
C.	35 mins
D.	40 mins
Answer» B. 25 mins

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