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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
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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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