$A$ satellite is orbiting the Earth in a circular orbit of radius $r.$ Which of the following statements is correct?

  • A
    Kinetic energy varies as $r$
  • B
    Angular momentum varies as $\frac{1}{\sqrt{r}}$
  • C
    Linear momentum varies as $\frac{1}{r}$
  • D
    Frequency of revolution varies as $\frac{1}{r^{3/2}}$

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