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Does the escape speed of a body from the earth depend on (a) the mass of the body. (b) the location from where it is projected. © the direction of projection, (d) the height of the location from where the body is launched?

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To determine whether the escape speed of a body from the Earth depends on various factors, we can analyze each part of the question systematically. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Escape Speed**: The escape speed (vₑ) is the minimum speed required for an object to break free from the gravitational attraction of a celestial body without any additional propulsion. The formula for escape speed is given by: \[ vₑ = \sqrt{2gR} ...
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