How does a planets orbital radius affect its orbital period?

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2026-08-13 08:06

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Yes. T = (2pi / sqroot of GM) multiplied by the radius^3/2.

A planets mass DOES NOT affect its orbital period.

A planets radius DOES affect its orbital period.

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