The orbit of a geo-stationary satellite is circular. The time period of the satellite depends on:
$(i)$ mass of the satellite
(ii) mass of the earth
(iii) radius of the orbit
(iv) height of the satellite from the surface of the earth
Which of the following is correct?

  • A
    $(i)$ only
  • B
    $(i)$ and (ii)
  • C
    $(i)$,(ii) and (iii)
  • D
    (ii),(iii) and (iv)

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