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Question : The height of a geostationary satellite from the Earth's surface is approximately:

Option 1: 36,000 km

Option 2: 42,000 km

Option 3: 30,000 km

Option 4: None of these


Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024
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Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 36,000 km


Solution : The correct answer is 36,000 km.

A geostationary satellite is placed in orbit at an altitude where its orbital period matches the Earth's rotation period. This allows it to appear stationary relative to a fixed point on the Earth's surface. The altitude for a geostationary satellite is approximately 36,000 kilometres above the Earth's equator.

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