If a satellite is in orbit around Earth and the satellite's altitude increases, then the circular velocity __________________

a. decreases
b. increases
c. is zero
d. None of the other choices are correct.


b

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A wall of thickness L is made up of material with a thermal conductivity that varies with its thickness x according to the equation k=(ax+b) W/(m K) , where a and b are constants. If the heat flux applied at the surface of one end (x=0) of the wall is 20 W/m^2, derive an expression for the temperature gradient and temperature distribution across the wall thickness ( between x=0 and x=L). Use and define appropriate notations for surface temperatures at each end of the wall.

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A) shorter legs. B) longer legs. C) thinner legs. D) none of the above

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