STANDARD Physics Properties of Gravitational Force MCQ Question
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the gravitational force?
The gravitational force is dependent on the intervening medium.
The gravitational force is independent of the intervening medium.
The gravitational force is inversely proportional to the square of the distance between two masses.
The gravitational force is directly proportional to the product of the two masses.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Gravitational force is a fundamental force that acts in a vacuum and is independent of any intervening medium.
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