NEETPhysics-Gravitation

NEET Physics Variation of g with Depth MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

A body weighs 250 N on the surface of the Earth. How much will it weigh halfway down to the centre of the Earth?

A

125 N

B

150 N

C

175 N

D

250 N

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Weight at a depth d is given by W = W₀(¹⁻ d/R). At halfway, d = R/2, so W = 125 N.

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