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Physics Question on Gravitation

Choose the incorrect statement from the given statements.

A

Planets revolve around the Sun with constant linear speed.

B

Energy of the planet in elliptical orbit is constant.

C

Satellites in circular motion have constant energy.

D

Body falling towards the Earth results in negligible displacement of the Earth.

Answer

Planets revolve around the Sun with constant linear speed.

Explanation

Solution

The incorrect option is (A): Planets revolve around the Sun with constant linear speed.
The correct answer should be Planet revolves around the Sun in elliptical orbit with variable speed.