Q18 · 2021 · Paper 1Simple familiar1 mark
QUESTION 18
A gravitational field is the
(A)
net gravitational force per unit mass at a particular point in space.
(B)
energy stored in an object as a result of its position relative to another object.
(C)
region of space surrounding a body in which another body experiences a force of gravitational attraction.
(D)
position in space where objects experience a force or acquire potential energy as they are ‘worked’ into that position.
WORKED SOLUTION
1 markAnswer C
ANSWER
C
Worked solution
A gravitational field is the region around a mass in which another mass experiences gravitational attraction. Option C.
Selects option C.
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