Help Proving Minimum Speed for Earth Orbit

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To prove the minimum speed required to maintain orbit around Earth, the relationship between gravitational and centrifugal forces is established. The equation m(v^2/r) = (GMm/r^2) is derived, leading to v = √(GM/r). This shows that the orbital speed is dependent on the gravitational constant (G), the mass of the Earth (mE), and the radius (r) of the orbit. The final equation v = √(GM/r) confirms the minimum speed necessary for orbit. This proof succinctly illustrates the balance between gravitational and centrifugal forces.
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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:

m\frac{v^2}{r}=\frac{GMm}{r^2}

v=\sqrt{\frac{GM}{r}}
 
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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