Help Proving Minimum Speed for Earth Orbit

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The minimum speed required to maintain orbit around the Earth is mathematically proven by equating the centrifugal force to gravitational force. The equation v = √(GM/r) demonstrates that the orbital speed (v) is dependent on the gravitational constant (G), the mass of the Earth (mE), and the radius (r) of the orbit. This relationship confirms that the speed necessary for orbital stability is derived from fundamental gravitational principles. The proof involves showing that the centrifugal force equals the gravitational force acting on the orbiting body.

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How can i mathematically prove the following equation:
I have to prove that the minimum speed required to maintain orbit around the Earth is (given the mass of the Earth and universal gravitation constant)

v = 2.00x10^7
(root)r

I have to basically prove this equation:

v = GmE
r

P.S. the whole equation to the above is square rooted, and the r should be UNDER GmE).
 
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In order to mantain the equilibrium of the body the centrifugal force has to be equal to the gravitational one:

[tex]m\frac{v^2}{r}=\frac{GMm}{r^2}[/tex]

[tex]v=\sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}}[/tex]
 
So if this were a question on an assignment out of 6 marks, all i would have to is show the relationship between the two equations (it would be a pretty short proof). Thanx a lot
 

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