Physics-Acceleration due to Gravity

NEET Physics Acceleration due to Gravity MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 11

What is the acceleration experienced by a mass m at the surface of the Earth, denoted by the symbol g?

A

It is equal to GM/R².

B

It is dependent on the mass of the object.

C

It is zero at the surface of Earth.

D

It varies with the object’s height above sea level.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The acceleration due to gravity at the surface of the Earth, denoted by g, is related to the gravitational force by the equation g = GM/R², where M is the mass of the Earth and R is the radius of the Earth.

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