NEET Physics Acceleration due to Gravity MCQ Question
Consider a diagram showing a point mass m at a height h above the Earth's surface, with force vectors indicating the gravitational force. Which of the following correctly describes the change in acceleration due to gravity as height increases?
It decreases by a factor of (1 - 2h/R_E).
It increases by a factor of (1 + 2h/R_E).
It remains constant regardless of height.
It first increases and then decreases with height.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The acceleration due to gravity decreases with height above the Earth's surface as described by the formula g(h) ≈ g(1 - 2h/R_E).
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