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2 September, 20:37

The mass of the sun is 2 x 10 (30) kg, and the distance between Neptune and sun is 30 AU. What is the orbital period of Neptune in earth years

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  1. 2 September, 21:07
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    We may use the mathematical expression of Kepler's law here, which is:

    T² = 4π²a³/GM

    Where T is in earth years, a is astronomical units and M is solar masses. Moreover,

    4π²/GM = 1, so:

    T² = a³

    T = √ (a³)

    T = √ (30³)

    T = 164.3

    Neptune's time period of orbit is 164.3 earth years.
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