Physics-(general)
NEET Physics (general) Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 11
Assertion (A): The gravitational force does no work on the moon in its orbit around the Earth.
Reason (R): The gravitational force is perpendicular to the displacement of the moon.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The gravitational force is radial and the moon's displacement is tangential, making the angle between them 90°, resulting in no work done.
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