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Geostationary orbit is at a height of
A)
1000 km
B)
3600 km
C)
35,786 km
D)
48,834 km

Correct Answer : Option (C) - 35,786 km



In order to perfectly match Earth's rotation, the speed of GEO satellites should be about 3 km per second at an altitude of 35,786 km. This is much farther from Earth's surface compared to many satellites.

Published On : July 1, 2021
Category : World Geography
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