An astronaut, inside an earth satellite, experiences weightless- ness because
Physics · JEE Advanced · NTA Exams — Gravitation
An astronaut, inside an earth satellite, experiences weightless- ness because
- no external force is acting on him
- he is falling freely
- no reaction is exerted by floor of the satellite
- he is far away from earth’s surface
Answer
(B) he is falling freely, (C) no reaction is exerted by floor of the satellite
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