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Which physical quantity is conserved when a planet revolves around the sun ?

A

the angular momentum remins conserved

B

the angular speed remains constant

C

the linear velocity remains constant

D

the linear momentum remains constant

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In the case of planetary motion, no external torque acts on the system. So, angular momentum is conserved.
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