Planet A and Planet B consist of the same uniform material
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Problem
Planet A and Planet B consist of the same uniform material, so their average densities are equal. The radius of Planet B is twice the radius of Planet A.
(i) Establish the ratio of the masses of Planet A and Planet B.
(ii) Hence obtain the ratio of the accelerations due to gravity at their surfaces.
(iii) A space probe has a weight of 400 N on Planet A. Calculate its weight on Planet B.
(iv) Which planet would allow the probe to lift off more easily? Give a brief reason based on your calculations.