NEET2021Physics-Gravitation

NEET 2021 Physics Escape Velocity MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

A particle of mass 'm' is projected with a velocity v = kVₑ(k < 1) from the surface of the earth. (Vₑ = escape velocity) The maximum height above the surface reached by the particle is:

A

R[(k)/(¹⁻k)]²

B

R[(k)/(¹⁺k)]²

C

R²k/(¹⁺k)

D

Rk²/(¹⁻k²)

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The maximum height is derived from energy conservation. The kinetic energy at the surface is (1/2)mv² and potential energy at maximum height is mgh. Solving gives H = R[(k)/(¹⁻k)]².

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