Physics

Physics

Problem

Planets A and B are uniform spheres made of the same material, so they have the same average density. Planet B’s radius is twice that of Planet A. Which of the following correctly states the ratio of their escape speeds vesc,B/vesc,Av_{\text{esc,B}}/v_{\text{esc,A}} ? a) 2\sqrt{2} b) 22 c) 11 d) 12\dfrac{1}{\sqrt{2}}

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