Escape velocity from a planet depends on MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Escape velocity from a planet depends on
A. Mass of escaping body
B. Mass and radius of planet
C. Density of atmosphere
D. Radius of planet only
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
v_esc = √(2GM/R), depends on planet's mass and radius, not body's mass.

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