The Escape Speed Needed for an Object to Leave the Earth

question 42

Multiple Choice

The escape speed needed for an object to leave the earth permanently

• A) depends on its mass.
• B) is less than the minimum speed it needs to become an earth satellite.
• C) is equal to the minimum speed it needs to become an earth satellite.
• D) is more than the minimum speed it needs to become an earth satellite.

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