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The following table shows the distance from the sun of some unknown planets of equal mass.

W 1.5 AU
X 0.723 AU

Which of the following best explains which planet revolves at a faster speed?
A.) Planet X, because the sun pulls it with a greater force.
B.) Planet W, because the sun pulls it with a greater force.
C.) Planet W, because the gravitational force is weakened by distance.
D.) Planet X, because the gravitational force is strengthened by distance.

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joshua335
I think that the correct answer is A
anvitanvar032

Answer:

Option D.) Planet X, because the gravitational force is strengthened by distance.

Explanation:

As we know from Kepler's law , the planets that are closer to the sun move at a faster rate in comparison to those planets that are far because of high gravitational force.

According to the question,

both planets have equal mass. Plant W is at 1.5 AU and planet X is at 0.723 AU distance from the sun.

So, planet X revolves at a faster speed because it's shorter distance from the sum as comparison to planet W, strengthened the gravitational field.

Thus, Option D is the correct answer.

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