STANDARDPhysics-Gravitation
STANDARD Physics Elliptical Orbits MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
A planet revolves around the sun in an elliptical orbit. The linear speed of the planet will be maximum at
A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The linear speed of a planet in an elliptical orbit is maximum at the perihelion, which is the closest point to the sun.
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