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Gravitational Force

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Why is the gravitational pull of the Earth so strong?

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Due to life on Earth

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Due to the atmosphere

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Due to the wind

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Due to the huge mass of the Earth

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Solution

The correct option is D
Due to the huge mass of the Earth

The earth's gravitational pull is strong because of its huge mass.

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