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If `a` and `b` are the nearest and farthest distances of a planet from the sun and the planet is revolving in an elliptical orbit, then square of the time period of revolution of that planets is directly proportional to

A

`a^(3)`

B

`b^(3)`

C

`(a+b)^(3)`

D

`(a-b)^(3)`

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The correct Answer is:
C

From kepler's `3rd` law, `T^(2) propr^(3)`
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