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Question
What is the value of gravitational constant G (i) on the earth, and (ii) on the moon ?
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Solution
i. Value of gravitational constant on the earth is 6.67×10−11 m3 kg−1 s−2
ii. Value of gravitational constant on the Moon is 6.67×10−11 m3 kg−1 s−2
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