Two particles of mass M and 2M are at a distance D apart. Under their mutual force of attraction they start moving towards each other. The acceleration of their centre of mass when they are D/2 apart is:
A
2GM/D2
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B
4GM/D2
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C
8GM/D2
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D
Zero
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Solution
The correct option is D Zero The acceleration of center of mass is zero.
Since, the motion is due to mutual attraction the center of mass will not change.