Question

Assertion A: The geostationary satellite appears stationary to earth and can view the same area on the earth continuously.
Reason R: The geostationary satellite is orbiting in the polar plane of earth at 36000 km above the earth.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
• B. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
• C. A is correct but R is not correct
• D. A is not correct but R is correct

Hint:

Geostationary: equatorial orbit at 36,000 km.
Appears stationary.
Used for communication and weather.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C