In which of the following orbits are the TV broadcasting satellites placed?

Semi-synchronous orbit

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Sun-synchronous orbit

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Geostationary orbit

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Geo-synchronous orbit

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Solution

The correct option is C Geostationary orbit
For a TV broadcasting satellite, we need continuous signal and the satellite should be stationary with respect to the earth. So, those are parked in the geostationary orbit. Geostationary orbit is about $35, 786 k m$ above the equator.

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