Assuming earth to be a sphere of uniform density. What is the value of acceleration due…
Physics · JEE Main · NTA Exams — Gravitation
Assuming earth to be a sphere of uniform density. What is the value of acceleration due to gravity at a point 100 km below the earth’s surface?
(given R = 6380 × 103m)
(given R = 6380 × 103m)
- 3.6 m/s2
- 6.6 m/s2
- 7.66 m/s2
- 9.65 m/s2
Answer
(D) 9.65 m/s 2
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