JEE Main 2021PhysicsGravitationMediumMCQ

JEE Main 2021Gravitation Question with Solution

JEE Main 2021 (25 Jul Shift 1)

Question

The minimum and maximum distances of a planet revolving around the Sun are x1 and x2. If the minimum speed of the planet on its trajectory is v0, then its maximum speed will be:

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Correct answer
Dv0x2x1

Step-by-step explanation

Angular momentum conservation equation, 

v0x2=v1x1

v1=v0x2x1

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