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Escape Velocity

Experiment Module

Escape Velocity

Theory & Logic

Theoretical Background

Physics describes the fundamental mechanism of the universe. The Escape Velocity is an essential tool for understanding Escape Velocity in quantitative terms. Calculate Ve = sqrt(2GM/R).

Mathematical Formulation

The relationship between the variables is governed by the following equation:

Result = √((2 × 6.674e-11 × m) ÷ r)
Eq 1.1: Governing Formula

Variable Legend

Symbol Parameter Unit
m Mass of Planet kg
r Radius of Planet m

Practical Calculation Example

Problem

Calculating the result when:

  • Mass of Planet = 85 kg
  • Radius of Planet = 20 m

Solution

Substituting into Eq 1.1:

Result = √((2 × 6.674e-11 × 85) ÷ 20)