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Question
The linear momentum and position vector of the planet is perpendicular to each other at _________.
Options
perihelion and aphelion
at all points
only at perihelion
no point
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Solution
The linear momentum and position vector of the planet is perpendicular to each other at perihelion and aphelion.
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