A satellite in a circular orbit of radius R has a period of 4 h. Another satellite with…
Physics · NEET · NTA Exams — Gravitation
A satellite in a circular orbit of radius R has a period of 4 h. Another satellite with orbital radius 3R around the same planet will have a period (in hours):
- \(16\)
- \(4\)
- \(4 \sqrt{27}\)
- \(4 \sqrt{8}\)
Answer
(C) 4 27
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