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The value of quantity of G in the law of...

The value of quantity of G in the law of gravitation

A

depends on mass of the earth only

B

Depends on radius of earth only

C

depends on both mass and radius of the earth

D

is independent of mass and radius of the earth

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The correct Answer is:
D
G is the constant of proportionality and called the universal gravitational constant. It is independent of mass and radius of the earth.
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