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Question
Does the force of the earth's gravitation affect the motion of the moon? Explain your answer with reasons.
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Solution
Yes, the force of gravitation of earth affects the motion of the moon, because the moon is revolving around the earth and centripetal force for this revolution is provided by earth's gravitation.
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