Gravitation
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Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statements correctly explains why the Moon does not fall onto the Earth like an apple falling from a tree?
The gravitational force of Earth on the Moon is zero.
The Moon is continuously falling toward Earth, but its tangential velocity keeps it in orbit.
The Moon is outside Earth’s gravitational field.
There is no gravitational attraction between Earth and the Moon.
Concepts
Weight of an Object on the Moon
Weight
Motion of Objects Under the Influence of Gravitational Force of the Earth
Acceleration Due to Gravity
Free Fall
Universal Law of Gravitation
Thrust and Pressure
Pressure in Fluids
Buoyancy
Density
Archimedes’ Principle
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