JEE Advanced · Physics · 9. Gravitation
Two bodies, each of mass , are kept fixed with a separation of . A particle of mass is projected from the midpoint of the line joining their centers, perpendicular to the line. The gravitational constant is . The correct statement (s) is (are) :
- A The minimum initial velocity of the mass to escape the gravitational field of the two bodies is .
- B The minimum initial velocity of the mass to escape the gravitational field of the two bodies is .
- C The minimum initial velocity of the mass to escape the gravitational field of the two bodies is .
- D The energy of the mass remains constant.
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Correct Answer
(D) The energy of the mass remains constant.
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