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Which of the following equations represents the law of universal gravitation

A. fg=g m1 m1 /r2
B. fg=g n/r2
C. fg=mg
D. fg=g m1 m2/r

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Newton's law of universal gravitation is an INVERSE SQUARE LAW, which rules out C and D.It is proportional to the masses involved, which rules out B.A could be seen as one form of the lawF=G m1 m1/r^2Though I recognise it more as F=G m1 m2/r^2.G is the universal gravity constant and is distinct from g which is the acceleration of gravity LOCAL to a planet or moon. So, g is LOCAL, G is universal.Newton was a smart bloke, as are all these scientists whose names frequently appear.
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