The value of "g" _ with increase of the distance of the body from the centre of the earth:
Correct answer: C. Decrease
- A. Increase
- B. Remain same
- C. Decrease
- D. Becomes twice
Explanation
g= GM/R2 where R is the distance from the center of the earth. g is inversely proportional to the square of R and therefore with increase in R, g decreases.
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