Does the Speed Ratio of Two Orbiting Masses Depend on Their Orbital Radii?

In summary, rotational motion is the circular movement of an object around a fixed axis or point, caused by a force acting on the object that is not directly in line with its center of mass. This is different from linear motion, which is a straight line movement. Angular velocity is the measure of how fast an object rotates around an axis, and it is closely related to torque, which is responsible for causing rotational motion.
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Its not actually a homework . i am just wondering .
If we have 2 masses M and m where m rotates about M on either orbit1 of radius R with speed V or orbit 2 of radius r with seepd v , wouldn't its speed ratio V/v equal the following

V/v = (sqrt(GM/R))/(sqrt(GM/r)) where G is gravitation constant :/ ??
 
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Nvm what is written . It is true for Circular orbitals only :)
 

What is rotational motion?

Rotational motion is the movement of an object around a fixed axis or point. It is also referred to as circular motion.

What causes rotational motion?

Rotational motion is caused by a force acting on an object that is not directly in line with the object's center of mass, causing it to rotate around an axis.

What is the difference between linear and rotational motion?

The main difference between linear and rotational motion is the type of movement. Linear motion is a straight line movement, while rotational motion is circular or curved movement around an axis.

What is angular velocity?

Angular velocity is the rate at which an object rotates around an axis. It is measured in radians per second (rad/s) or degrees per second (deg/s).

How is rotational motion related to torque?

Rotational motion and torque are closely related. Torque is the rotational equivalent of force and is responsible for causing rotational motion. The greater the torque applied, the greater the rotational motion will be.

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