Q. Under the influence of the coulomb field of charge$+ \mathcal{Q}$, a charge $- q$ is moving around it in an elliptical orbit .Find out the correct statements(s).
A) The angular momentum of the charge –$q$ is constant
B) The linear momentum of the charge$- q$ is constant
C) The angular velocity of the charge$- q$ is constant
D) The linear speed of the charge$- q$ is constant
Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: The linear momentum of the charge$- q$ is constant.
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.