Question

How do Geo-stationary satellites remain stationary?

• A. The movement of these satellites correspond to the speed of rotation of the Earth.
• B. The movement of these satellites correspond to the speed of rotation of the Moon.
  
• C. The movement of these satellites correspond to the speed of the Earth's revolution around the Sun.
• D. The movement of these satellites are fixed by the magnetic poles.
  

Answer 1

The correct option is A The movement of these satellites correspond to the speed of rotation of the Earth.

The movement of these satellites corresponds to the speed of rotation of the Earth. Hence, when seen from Earth, they seem stationary and stay constantly above a specific point on the Earth.