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Published on: August 23, 2026
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: For a planet, if the ratio of mass of the planet to its radius increases, the escape velocity from the planet also increases.
Statement II: Escape velocity is independent of the radius of the planet.
In the light of above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below
Option:
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
As 
increases 
increases
Statement is correct
Also 
As 
depends upon 
Statement is incorrect
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