The time period $T$ of a satellite is related to the density $(\rho)$ of the planet around which it is orbiting close to the surface as:

  • A
    $T \propto \rho^{1/2}$
  • B
    $T \propto \rho$
  • C
    $T \propto \rho^{-3/2}$
  • D
    $T \propto \rho^{-1/2}$

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