The value of universal gravitational constant G is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The value of universal gravitational constant G is
A. 6.67 × 10⁻¹¹ N m²/kg²
B. Both A and C
C. 6.67 × 10⁻¹¹ dyne cm²/g²
D. 9.8 m/s²
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
G = 6.67 × 10⁻¹¹ N m²/kg² in SI, and 6.67 × 10⁻⁸ dyne cm²/g² in CGS. Both are correct. Important constant, measured by Cavendish. g is acceleration due to gravity, different.

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