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Two point masses, each of mass m, are separated by a distance d. If the distance between them is doubled, how does the gravitational force change?
Two point masses, each of mass m, are separated by a distance d. If the distance between them is doubled, how does the gravitational force change?
- The gravitational force is doubled.
- The gravitational force is halved.
- The gravitational force remains the same.
- The gravitational force is reduced to one-fourth of its original value. (correct)
Which of the scenarios affects the gravitational force between two objects?
Which of the scenarios affects the gravitational force between two objects?
- Submerging both masses in water.
- Placing a charged particle between the two masses.
- Introducing a third mass between the two objects.
- None of the above. (correct)
Three equal masses (m) are placed at the corners of an equilateral triangle with side length l. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on a mass _m_0 placed at the centroid of the triangle?
Three equal masses (m) are placed at the corners of an equilateral triangle with side length l. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on a mass _m_0 placed at the centroid of the triangle?
- $Gm_0m/l^2$
- 0 (correct)
- $3Gm_0m/l^2$
- $2Gm_0m/l^2$
Four equal masses (m) are placed at the corners of a square with side length l. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on a mass _m_0 placed at the center of the square?
Four equal masses (m) are placed at the corners of a square with side length l. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on a mass _m_0 placed at the center of the square?
Two masses, _m_1 and _m_2, are initially separated by a distance r. If _m_1 is doubled, _m_2 is tripled, and r is halved, how does the gravitational force between them change?
Two masses, _m_1 and _m_2, are initially separated by a distance r. If _m_1 is doubled, _m_2 is tripled, and r is halved, how does the gravitational force between them change?
In which of the following scenarios is Newton's Law of Gravitation NOT directly applicable without modification?
In which of the following scenarios is Newton's Law of Gravitation NOT directly applicable without modification?
Five equal masses (m) are placed on a circle. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on a mass _m_0 placed at the center of the circle?
Five equal masses (m) are placed on a circle. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on a mass _m_0 placed at the center of the circle?
Six equal masses (m) are placed on a circle. One mass is removed. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on a mass _m_0 placed at the center of the circle, with radius R?
Six equal masses (m) are placed on a circle. One mass is removed. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on a mass _m_0 placed at the center of the circle, with radius R?
Five equal masses, m, are positioned at the corners of a regular pentagon. What is the net gravitational force on a mass, _m_0, placed at the center of the pentagon?
Five equal masses, m, are positioned at the corners of a regular pentagon. What is the net gravitational force on a mass, _m_0, placed at the center of the pentagon?
A mass M is divided into two parts, which are then separated by a distance r. For what distribution of these parts is the gravitational force between them maximized?
A mass M is divided into two parts, which are then separated by a distance r. For what distribution of these parts is the gravitational force between them maximized?
Two equal masses, m, are separated by a distance d. At what point along the line segment joining the two masses will the net gravitational force on a third mass, _m_0, be zero?
Two equal masses, m, are separated by a distance d. At what point along the line segment joining the two masses will the net gravitational force on a third mass, _m_0, be zero?
A mass of 4_m_ and a mass of 9_m_ are placed at opposite ends of a line segment of length d. Where is the null point located, i.e., the point where a third mass would experience zero net gravitational force?
A mass of 4_m_ and a mass of 9_m_ are placed at opposite ends of a line segment of length d. Where is the null point located, i.e., the point where a third mass would experience zero net gravitational force?
Two equal masses, m, are fixed at a distance d apart. A mass _m_0 is placed at a distance x from the midpoint of the line segment connecting the two masses. At what distance x from the midpoint is the net gravitational force on _m_0 maximized?
Two equal masses, m, are fixed at a distance d apart. A mass _m_0 is placed at a distance x from the midpoint of the line segment connecting the two masses. At what distance x from the midpoint is the net gravitational force on _m_0 maximized?
Twelve equal masses, m, are equally spaced on a circle of radius R. A mass _m_0 is placed at the center of the circle. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on _m_0?
Twelve equal masses, m, are equally spaced on a circle of radius R. A mass _m_0 is placed at the center of the circle. What is the magnitude of the net gravitational force on _m_0?
In the context of gravitational forces, what is characteristic property of a null vector?
In the context of gravitational forces, what is characteristic property of a null vector?
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Newton's Law of Gravitation
Newton's Law of Gravitation
Describes the force between two point masses as F = Gm₁m₂/r².
Universal Gravitational Constant (G)
Universal Gravitational Constant (G)
A constant value of 6.67 x 10^-11 Nm²/kg² used in gravitation calculations.
Gravitational Force Characteristics
Gravitational Force Characteristics
The gravitational force is always attractive and acts along the line joining centers.
Vector Nature of Gravitational Force
Vector Nature of Gravitational Force
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F_net Calculation for Equilateral Triangle
F_net Calculation for Equilateral Triangle
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F_net for Square Configuration
F_net for Square Configuration
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Gravitational Force Independence
Gravitational Force Independence
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Multiple Masses on Circle
Multiple Masses on Circle
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Net Force on m₀ (Triangle)
Net Force on m₀ (Triangle)
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Net Force on m₀ (Square)
Net Force on m₀ (Square)
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Null Point Concept
Null Point Concept
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Null Point Formula
Null Point Formula
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Maximum Force Distance
Maximum Force Distance
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Force Between Broken Mass
Force Between Broken Mass
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Broken Symmetry Effect
Broken Symmetry Effect
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Null Vector Characteristics
Null Vector Characteristics
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Study Notes
Gravitation JEE 2025 Lecture Notes
- Topics Covered: Newton's laws of gravitation, gravitational field intensity, and related questions. Vectors, FBD (Force), and Circular Motion were also referenced.
Newton's Law of Gravitation
- Two Point Masses: Two point masses attract each other with a force directly proportional to the product of their masses (m₁m₂) and inversely proportional to the square of the distance (r²) between them.
- Formula: F = Gm₁m₂ / r²
- G: Universal Gravitational Constant (6.674 × 10⁻¹¹ Nm²/kg²)
- Important: This law is applicable to point masses only; distributed mass systems are not valid.
Gravitational Field Intensity
- Vector Nature: Gravitational force is a vector quantity.
- Resultant Force Calculation: Resultant forces are calculated using vector laws.
- Equal Magnitude: Forces usually have equal magnitudes
- Direction Calculation: Direction depends on the angle between the forces.
Additional Concepts and Formulas
- Universal Gravitational Constant (G): A fundamental constant in physics equal to approximately 6.674 × 10⁻¹¹ Nm²/kg².
- Force on a Point Mass: Force on a point mass due to other point masses involves vector addition of individual forces.
- Null Points: Null points are locations where the net gravitational force on an object is zero. These null points are found in special geometric configurations involving masses.
- Force Dependence on Medium: Gravitational force is independent of the medium between particles.
- Examples: Numerous examples of calculating gravitational forces on point masses based on specific geometrical arrangements were reviewed.
- Applications: The material discussed problems involving systems of multiple point masses and calculating the net force on one of the masses.
Homework
- Rotational Motion study and complete module 4 on rotational motion.
- Concept Application: This concept should be thoroughly studied and worked on.
- Prarambh and Prabal: Complete these modules as well.
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Explore Newton's law of gravitation and gravitational field intensity. Learn about the universal gravitational constant and how to apply the law to point masses. Understand gravitational force as a vector quantity and calculate resultant forces.
