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What is the moment of inertia of a solid sphere of density \( \rho \) and radius \( R \) about its diameter?
What is the moment of inertia of a solid sphere of density \( \rho \) and radius \( R \) about its diameter?
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The moment of inertia of a solid sphere about its diameter is proportional to the square of the radius and the density.
Updated On: Mar 25, 2026
- \( \frac{105}{176} R^5 \rho \)
- \( \frac{105}{176} R^2 \rho \)
- \( \frac{176}{105} R^2 \rho \)
- \( \frac{176}{105} R^5 \rho \)
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The Correct Option is C
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