Q97 / 180 · NEET 2018 · Physics

A solid sphere is rotating freely about its symmetric axis in free space. The radius of the sphere is increased keeping its mass same. Which of the following physical quantities would remain constant for the sphere?

A
Rotational kinetic energy
B
Moment of inertia
C
Angular velocity
Correct answer
D
Angular momentum

Solution

∵ τ_{e x t} = \frac{d \vec{L}}{d t}

So, when

τ_{e x t} = 0 \Rightarrow \frac{d \vec{L}}{d t} = 0

\Rightarrow \vec{L} =

constant

So angular momentum remains constant.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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