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Question
In the relation F = `"G M" "m"//"d"^2`, the quantity G
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depends on the value of g at the place of observation
is used only when the earth is one of the two masses
is greatest at the surface of the earth
is the universal constant of nature
Solution
is the universal constant of nature
Explanation:
In the relation F = `"G" "Mm"/"d"^2` the quantity G is the universal constant of nature.
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