Gravitation 3 Question 6
9. Statement I An astronaut in an orbiting space station above the earth experiences weightlessness.
Statement II An object moving around the earth under the influence of earth’s gravitational force is in a state of ‘free-fall’.
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 9. (a)
Solution:
- Force acting on astronaut is utilised in providing necessary centripetal force, thus he feels weightlessness, as he is in a state of free fall.
