Physics · Gravitation
In our solar system, an asteroid is revolving in an elliptical orbit around the Sun. Which one of the following statements is true regarding its motion?
- 1It follows a trajectory such that its areal velocity remains constant.✓
- 2Its areal velocity is inversely proportional to its linear velocity.
- 3Its areal velocity is directly proportional to its linear velocity.
- 4It has a uniform velocity of revolution.
Correct answer
It follows a trajectory such that its areal velocity remains constant.
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