Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> 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.

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> 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.