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Question
The earth is acted upon by the gravitation of the Sun, even though it does not fall into the Sun. Why?
Solution
if The gravitational force of the sun on earth is utilised in providing its the centripetal force which is required for revolution around the sun. Hence, the earth does not fall into the sun.
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