Question

The force that is primarily responsible for the existence of the solar system is the

• A. force of friction
• B. gravitational force
• C. electrostatic force
• D. magnetic force

Answer 1

The correct option is B gravitational force

The solar system consists of the sun, some planets, their satellites, and some other heavenly objects. All these objects are revolving in their own orbits. This revolution and hence the stability of the solar system is primarily due to the gravitational force between these heavenly bodies.