In a binary star system, two stars of masses m and 2m distance r apart are revolving about their common centre of mass under their mutual gravitational attraction. The ratio of angular momenta of two star aboutcentre of mass is
A
2 : 1
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B
1 : 2
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C
1 : 1
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D
1 : 4
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Solution
The correct option is A 2 : 1 L1L1=m1r21ωm2r22ω , where r1 and r2 are respective distances from COM, such that m1r1=m2r2.