Q. The value of acceleration due to gravity is __________?
✅ Correct Answer: (A)
Minimum at equator and maximum at poles
Explanation:
Due to the Earth's rotation and its slightly flattened shape (oblate spheroid), gravity is less at the equator and more at the poles.
- Centrifugal force at the equator reduces the effective gravity.
So, acceleration due to gravity is minimum at equator and maximum at poles — option (A).
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Due to the Earth's rotation and its slightly flattened shape (oblate spheroid), gravity is less at the equator and more at the poles.
- Centrifugal force at the equator reduces the effective gravity.
So, acceleration due to gravity is minimum at equator and maximum at poles — option (A).