Multiple Choice
Two planets having equal masses are in circular orbit around a star.Planet A has a smaller orbital radius than planet B.Which statement is true?
A) Planet A has more kinetic energy, less potential energy, and less mechanical energy (potential plus kinetic) than planet B.
B) Planet A has more kinetic energy, more potential energy, and more mechanical energy (potential plus kinetic) than planet B.
C) Planet A has more kinetic energy, less potential energy, and more mechanical energy (potential plus kinetic) than planet B.
D) Planet A and planet B have the same amount of mechanical energy (potential plus kinetic) .
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