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Gravitation: Acceleration due to Gravity MCQ

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Acceleration due to GravityHardQuestion 6213

Question

g varies with latitude because Earth:
  1. A
    Is spherical
  2. B
    Rotates (centrifugal effect) and is oblate
    Correct
  3. C
    Has oceans
  4. D
    Has atmosphere

Correct answer

Rotates (centrifugal effect) and is oblate

Explanation

g is maximum at poles (minimum r, no centrifugal effect) and minimum at equator — due to rotation and oblate shape.

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