Physics-Orbital Motion
NEET Physics Orbital Motion MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which of the following statements about orbital motion is correct?
A
The orbital period of a satellite is independent of its mass.
B
A satellite's speed increases as it moves away from Earth.
C
Kepler's laws do not apply to artificial satellites orbiting Earth.
D
The orbital radius of a planet determines its mass directly.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The orbital period of a satellite is determined by the radius of its orbit and the mass of the Earth, not its own mass. This is in line with Kepler's laws which apply to all objects in orbital motion, including satellites.
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