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Motion in the universe
Foundation
2 marks
What is the difference between a geostationary orbit and a low Earth orbit (LEO)?
A
Geostationary: ~36 000 km, 24 h period, fixed above Earth (comms); LEO: ~200–2000 km, ~90 min (imaging, ISS)
B
Geostationary moves faster than LEO
C
LEO is used for TV broadcasting; geostationary for weather
D
Both orbits have the same period
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