Question
A satellite revolves around the earth in a circular orbit. What is the work done by the force of gravity? Give reason.
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Answer
Work done by the force of gravity (which provides the centripetal force) is zero as the force of gravity acting on the satellite is normal to the displacement of the satellite.
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