Which of the following statements are true about Newton's law of gravitation: It does not…
Physics · JEE Main · NTA Exams — Gravitation
Which of the following statements are true about Newton's law of gravitation:
- It does not follow inverse square law.
- It is always attractive
- It is applicable to all masses at all distances and it is not affected by the medium
- It is applicable to the whole universe
- Options 1 and 3 are correct
- Option 3 is correct
- Options 2, 3 and 4 are correct
- Options 2 and 3 are correct
Answer
(D) Options 2 and 3 are correct
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