In this question, a statement of assertion
is followed by a statement of reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: The difference in the value of acceleration due to gravity at pole and equator is proportional to square of angular velocity of earth.
Reason: The value of acceleration due to gravity is maximum at the equator and minimum at the pole.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Acceleration due to gravity,

At equator, 

At poles,
Thus,
Also, the value of g is maximum at poles and minimum at equator.
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