Gravitation Question 300

Question: If suddenly the gravitational force of attraction between Earth and a body revolving around it becomes zero, then the body will

Options:

A) Continue to move in its orbit with same velocity

B) Move tangentially to the original orbit with same velocity

C) Become stationary in its orbit

D) Move towards the earth

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

  • Body will move tangentially to the original or bit with same velocity.


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