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Can we apply Newton's third law to the gravitational force? Explain your answer.

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Yes, Newton's third law can be applied to the gravitational forces. The gravitational forces are mutual too. The force applied by a planet on another planet is considered as an active force, in return, another planet also applies an equal and opposite force on the same planet. Which proofs Newton's third law.

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