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PhysicsGravitationSatellite MotionEasy2 minPYQ_2008

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Statement 1 An astronaut in an orbiting space station above the earth experiences weightlessness. and Statement 2 An object moving around the earth under the influence of earth's gravitational force is in state of 'free fall'.

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Force acting on astronaut is utilised in providing necessary centripetal force; thus he feels weightlessness or he is in a state of free fall. $∴ correct option is (a)$

Stream:JEE_ADVSubject:PhysicsTopic:GravitationSubtopic:Satellite Motion

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