A satellite of mass 'm' orbits a planet 'P' in an elliptical orbit. The satellite is then transferred to another circular orbit of radius 'r' as shown in the figure. Which of the following hold true in this scenario?

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A satellite of mass 'm' orbits a planet 'P' in an elliptical orbit. The satellite is then transferred to another circular orbit of radius 'r' as shown in the figure. Which of the following hold true in this scenario?<br><img src='https://www.fatskills.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/physics-questions-answers-gravitation-energy-orbiting-satellite-q11.png' width='310' height='295' class='295930' />