In motion of satellites, necessary centripetal force is provided by:
Correct answer: A. Gravitational Force
- A. Gravitational Force
- B. Coulomb's Force
- C. Magnetic Force
- D. Nuclear Force
Explanation
Satellites revolve around planets because the gravitational force of attraction between the satellites and the planets acts as a centripetal force for them. This is why option A is correct. Other forces either don't exist or are too weak to act as a centripetal force.
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