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How does the escape velocity of a neutron star compare to that of Earth?.
- A.It is lower than Earth's escape velocity.
- B.It is equal to Earth's escape velocity.
- C.It is much higher than Earth's escape velocity.
- D.It is not measurable.
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What a good answer should say
- It is much higher than Earth's escape velocity.
Explanation
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The escape velocity of a neutron star is extremely high due to its dense mass and small radius, significantly exceeding that of Earth.
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