Physics
How is the gravitational force between two masses affected if the separation between them is doubled ?
Laws of Motion
50 Likes
Answer
As we know,
F = G
If separation between two bodies is doubled then,
F = G
Hence,
F = G
Therefore, when the separation between the bodies is doubled the gravitational force reduces to one-fourth.
Answered By
34 Likes
Related Questions
State whether the gravitational force between two masses is attractive or repulsive ?
Write an expression for the gravitational force of attraction between two bodies of masses m1 and m2 separated by a distance r.
Define gravitational constant G.
Write the numerical value of gravitational constant G with its S.I. unit.