Statements about escape velocity
This type of question, asked 3 times: 2021 Paper 3, 6 Apr 2023, 13 Apr 2023. All 3 questions below, oldest first.
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Question 1
2021 Paper 3
17Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as reason . Assertion A: The escape velocities of planet A and B are same. But A and B are of unequal mass. Reason : The product of their mass and radius must be same. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:Tap an option to check your answer.
Question 2
6 Apr 2023
12Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R. Assertion A: Earth has atmosphere whereas moon doesn't have any atmosphere. Reason : The escape velocity on moon is very small as compared to that on earth. In the light of the above statement, choose the correct answer from the options given below:Tap an option to check your answer.
Question 3
13 Apr 2023
94Given below are two statements: Statement I: For a planet, if the ratio of mass of the planet to its radius increases, the escape velocity from the planet also increases. Statement II: Escape velocity is independent of the radius of the planet. In the light of above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:Tap an option to check your answer.