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A spherically symmetric gravitational system of particles has a mass density \[ \rho = \begin{cases} \rho_0 & \text{for } r \le R \\ 0 & \text{for } r > R \end{cases} \] where \(\rho_0\) is a constant. A test mass can undergo circular motion under the influence of the gravitational field of particles. Its speed \(v\) as a function of distance \(r\) \((0 < r < \infty)\) from the centre of the system is represented by:

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Inside a uniform sphere, gravitational field is proportional to distance from the centre.
Updated On: Mar 24, 2026
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The Correct Option is C

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