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Can we find the mass of a satellite by finding its Time period?

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To determine whether we can find the mass of a satellite by finding its time period, we can analyze the relationship between the time period of a satellite and the parameters involved in its motion. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Formula for Time Period**: The time period \( T \) of a satellite in orbit is given by the formula: \[ T = 2\pi \sqrt{\frac{r^3}{GM}} ...
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