Minimal orbit speed about the Earth is about 8 km/s. Minimal orbital speed about Jupiter would be
A) about 8 km/s.
B) more than 8 km/s.
C) less than 8 km/s.

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The minimal orbital speed required for an object to orbit a planet depends on the mass and radius of the planet. Jupiter is significantly more massive than Earth, which means the gravitational pull is stronger. Therefore, a higher speed is required to achieve orbit around Jupiter compared to Earth.

Minimal Orbit Speed About the Earth Is About 8 Km/s