1. Gravitation: Think About It (9)

1. Will the direction of the gravitational force change as we go inside the earth?
Gravitational force always acts downwards towards the centre of the earth. Hence, there will be no change in the direction of the gravitational force as we go inside the earth. 2 Marks
2. What will be the value of ‘g’ at the centre of the earth?
The value of ‘g’ goes on decreasing as we go down inside the earth. Thus, the value of ‘g’ at the centre of the earth would be zero. 1 Mark