Test SeriesFree PYQsExamsPricing

MHT CET Physics question

PhysicsGravitationMHT CET

Escape velocity of a satellite of the earth at an altitude equal to radius of the earth is v. What will be the escape velocity at an altitude equal to 7R, where R = radius of the earth?

Answer: (B)

Solution

At altitude R the distance from the centre is 2R: ; at altitude 7R it is

See the full step-by-step solution

Create a free account to read the complete working, and practise questions like this in a timed test.

Create a free account

Question ID VK-059988