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Q:

A geostationary satellite revolves round the Earth from– 

  • 1
    East to West
  • 2
    West to East
  • 3
    North to South
  • 4
    South to North
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Answer : 2. "West to East "
Explanation :

Geostationary satellites are located exactly above the Earth’s equator and revolves around the Earth in a circular orbit. Their revolving speed and direction (West to East) are exactly same as that of the Earth, which makes it look stationary from the Earth’s surface.

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