The escape velocity of a particle of mas

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Gravitation

Question:

The escape velocity of a particle of mass m varies as:

Options:

m²

m⁰

m^-1

Correct Answer:

m⁰

Explanation:

v_escape = $\sqrt{\frac{2GM}{r}}$ ; M = mass of the planet.

⇒ It does not depend upon the mass of the particle (i. e. revolving body)

⇒ m⁰