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PHY 101 Physical Quantities, Units, and Dimensions Objective Question

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The dimensions of the universal gravitational constant G in the equation F = Gm₁m₂/r² are
Options
A M⁻¹L³T⁻²
Correct Answer
B ML³T⁻²
C M⁻¹L²T⁻²
D ML²T⁻²
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Rearranging the equation, G = F r² / (m₁m₂). [F] = MLT⁻², [r²] = L², [m] = M. So, [G] = (MLT⁻² × L²) / M² = M⁻¹L³T⁻².

Hint

Solve the formula for G, then substitute the dimensions of force, distance, and mass.

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