Consider the following statements 1 The gravitation force g is not the same at different latitudes o...........

Geography and Environment World Physical Aspects

Consider the following statements

1. The gravitation force (g) is not the same at different latitudes on the surface of the earth.

2. Uneven distribution of mass of material within the earth influences the gravitational force as experienced within the earth.

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

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Explanation:

Statement 1: It is greater near the poles and less at the equator. This is because of the distance from the centre at the equator being greater than that at the poles.
Statement 2: Distribution of mass affects the effective mass that is applying the gravitational force. Since not all earthly mass has same density, there is bound to be a difference in the way gravitational force is experienced within the earth.