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Physics GK · Q164

Gravitational Force

Competitive Exams · Physics GK · question 164

Q164

The free fall acceleration g increases as one proceeds at sea level, from the equator towards either pole. The reason is

A.
earth is a sphere with same density everywhere
B.
earth is a sphere with different density at the polar regions than in the equatorial regions
C.
earth is approximately an ellipsoid having its equatorial radius greater than its polar radius by 21 km
Answer
D.
earth is approximately an ellipsoid having its equatorial radius smaller than its polar radius by 21 km

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
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