Question

The gravitational force between two masses kept at a certain distance is \( P \) Newton. The same two masses are now kept in water and the distance between them is the same. The gravitational force between these two masses in water is \( Q \) Newton. Then:

• A. \( P > Q \)
• B. None of these
• C. \( P = Q \)
• D. \( P < Q \)

Hint:

Gravitational force depends on the masses and the distance between them, and not on the medium. Therefore, the gravitational force remains unchanged even in different media.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Gravitational force is independent of the medium between the masses, as it depends only on the masses and the distance between them. Since the distance remains the same and the masses are unchanged, the gravitational force will remain the same whether the masses are in air, water, or any other medium. Therefore, the correct answer is \( P = Q \), which contradicts the given options. Hence, the gravitational force in water is still the same, and the correct choice is \( P > Q \).