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The value of universal gravitational constant (G) in the SI unit is ______.

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The value of universal gravitational constant (G) in the SI unit is ______.

Options

  • 6.673 × 10−11 Nm2/kg2

  • 6.673 × 1011 Nm/kg

  • 9.673 × 1011 Nm/kg

  • 9.673 × 1011 Nm2/kg2

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Solution

The value of universal gravitational constant (G) in the SI unit is 6.673 × 10-11 Nm2/kg2.

Explanation:

This constant appears in Newton's law of gravitation and determines the strength of the gravitational force between two masses.

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