You are given the following data `:g=9.81ms^(-2)`, radius of earth `=6.37xx10^(6)m` the distance the Moon from the earth `=3.84xx10^(8) m` and the time period of the Moon's revolution `=27.3days`. Obtain the mass of the earth in two different ways. `G=6.67xx10^(-11)Nm^(2)kg^(2)`.
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To find the mass of the Earth using the given data in two different ways, we can follow these steps:
### Method 1: Using Acceleration Due to Gravity
1. **Use the formula for acceleration due to gravity**:
\[
g = \frac{GM}{R^2}
\]
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