Master the Basics: Newtonian Constant of Gravitation Quiz

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    The acceleration due to gravity on Earth is approximately:

    • 9.8 m/s^2
    • 10 m/s^2
    • 11 m/s^2
    • 12 m/s^2
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Welcome to our Newtonian Constant of Gravitation Quiz! This quiz delves into the fundamental principles of gravity, focusing on Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation and the role of the gravitational constant. Test your understanding of how mass, distance, and gravitational force are interconnected in the cosmos. Explore questions about the symbol and SI unit, its numerical value, and its applications in various fields such as astronomy, physics, and engineering.

Challenge yourself with scenarios that illustrate the inverse square law and its implications for gravitational interactions. Discover the historical significance of experiments like the Cavendish experiment in confirming Newton's groundbreaking insights into gravity. The quiz is designed to test your basics on the topic.

Our Newtonian Constant of Gravitation Quiz offers an engaging opportunity to deepen your knowledge and appreciation of one of the fundamental forces shaping our world. Are you ready for the challenge?

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  • 2. 

    What is the symbol for the Newtonian constant of gravitation?

    • G

    • K

    • M

    • F

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  • 3. 

    Which scientist first formulated the Law of Universal Gravitation?

    • Isaac Newton

    • Galileo Galilei

    • Johannes Kepler

    • Albert Einstein

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  • 4. 

    Modern technology relies on the accurate measurement of the Newtonian constant of gravitation for applications such as:

    • Satellite orbits

    • Gravitational wave detection

    • GPS navigation

    • All of the above

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following factors does NOT affect the gravitational force between two objects?

    • Their composition

    • Their distance

    • Their masses

    • The presence of other objects

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  • 6. 

    What are some current research areas related to the Newtonian constant of gravitation?

    • Testing its universality in different environments

    • Searching for deviations from its predicted value

    • Developing more precise measurement techniques

    • All of the above

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  • 7. 

    What experiment provided evidence for the Law of Universal Gravitation?

    • Cavendish experiment

    • Michelson-Morley experiment

    • Double-slit experiment

    • Millikan oil drop experiment

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  • 8. 

    The SI unit for the Newtonian constant of gravitation is:

    • Meters squared per kilogram squared

    • Newtons squared per meter squared

    • Kilograms squared per meter cubed

    • Newtons meters squared per kilogram squared

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  • 9. 

    The value of the Newtonian constant of gravitation is approximately:

    • 6.6743 x 10^-10 m^3/kg^2

    • 6.6743 x 10^-11 m^3/kg^2

    • 6.6743 x 10^-12 m^3/kg^2

    • 6.6743 x 10^-13 m^3/kg^2

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  • 10. 

    The gravitational force between two objects is inversely proportional to:

    • The product of their radii

    • The sum of their radii

    • The square of the distance between their centers

    • The cube of the distance between their centers

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  • 11. 

    What is the gravitational force between a mass of 1 kg and a mass of 2 kg separated by a distance of 1 meter?

    • 1.33486×10 ^ −10 N

    • 6.6743 x 10^-11 N

    • 19.6 N

    • 6.6743 x 10^-7 N

  • 12. 

    What is the escape velocity from the surface of Earth?

    • 11.2 km/s

    • 7.9 km/s

    • 9.8 km/s

    • 4.9 km/s

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  • 13. 

    According to Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation, the gravitational force between two objects is directly proportional to:

    • The product of their masses

    • The sum of their masses

    • The difference of their masses

    • The square of their masses

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  • 14. 

    What is the main limitation of using the Newtonian constant of gravitation for astronomical calculations?

    • It does not account for the effects of general relativity.

    • It assumes objects are point masses.

    • It does not consider the effects of dark matter.

    • All of the above

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  • 15. 

    If the distance between two objects doubles, the gravitational force between them:

    • Decreases by a factor of 2

    • Decreases by a factor of 4

    • Increases by a factor of 2

    • Increases by a factor of 4

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