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An orbiting satellite stays over a certain spot on the equator of(rotating) Earth. What is the altitude (in km) of the orbit (calleda geosynchronous orbit)?

An orbiting satellite stays over a certain spot on the equator of(rotating) Earth. What is the altitude (in km) of the orbit (calleda geosynchronous orbit)?
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An orbiting satellite stays over a certain spot on the equator of(rotating) Earth. What is the altitude (in km) of the orbit (calleda geosynchronous orbit)?

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Answer: 35786km

Explanation: At 35786km it is an important point for monitoring weather, communication and surveillance.

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