Given that the gravitational constant is G. Newton's universal law of gravitation states that the force of attraction between two masses M1 and M2 separation by a distance r is
A
\(Gr^2 M_1M_2\)
B
\(Gr M_1M_2\)
C
\(\frac{GM_1 M_2}{r^2}\)
D
\(\frac{GM_1 M_2}{r}\)
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
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