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Universal Law of Gravitation

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Gravitational forces of magnitude $F_{1}$ & $F_{2}$ are exerted by Jupiter on the sun and by the sun on Jupiter respectively. Which of the following relations hold true?

F_{1} < F_{2}

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F_{1} > F_{2}

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F_{1} = F_{2}

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Solution

The correct option is C $F_{1} = F_{2}$
$F_{j} = F_{s} = (\frac{G m_{j} m_{s}}{d^{2}})$

According to universal law of gravitation, the gravitational force of attraction is equal in magnitude and opposite in direction.

This can also be explained using Newton's third law. The two forces form action-reaction pairs.

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