Could the space ship be in a circular orbit


A 1500 kg space ship is at a height of 4.30 x 10^7 m above the surface of the Earth traveling at 3600 m/s.

a.) Could this space ship be in a circular orbit? Explain.

b.) What is the total mechanical energy of this space ship?

c.) What minimum energy would have to be added to allow the space ship to escape from Earth? Explain why.

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