Question

An object weighs less at the equator than at the poles because.

• A. The earth is almost flat at the equator
• B. The force of gravity is less at the equator than at the poles
• C. The force of gravity is more at the equator than at the pole
• D. The equator radius of the earth is less than the polar radius

Answer 1

The correct option is B The force of gravity is less at the equator than at the poles

An object weighs less at the equator than at the poles because The force of gravity is less at the equator than at the poles as equator is at less distance from the center of the earth in compare to poles.