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Question
Define the constant of gravitation.
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Solution
We know that law of gravitation.
F = G ( m1 Xm2)/R2.
Here G is universal constant and is called constant of gravitation. It doesnot depend upon on the value of m1,m2 or R.
Its value is same between any two objects in the universe.
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