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A satellite S is moving in an elliptical orbit around the eart
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A satellite S is moving in an elliptical orbit around the earth. The mass of the satellite is very small compared to the mass of the earth.

A
the angular momentum of S about the centre of the earth changes in direction, but its magnitude remains constant

B
the total mechanical energy of S varies periodically with time

C
the linear momentum of S remains constant in magnitude

D
the acceleration of S is always directed towards the centre of the earth

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A satellite S is moving in an elliptical orbit around the earth. The mass of the satellite is very small compared to the mass of the earth.