Standard Science Primary 6 Interactions

A ball is thrown upwards into the air. Which of the following statements about the gravitational force acting on the ball is true?

A Gravity only acts on the ball when it is falling down.
B Gravity acts on the ball at all times, pulling it downwards.
C Gravity acts on the ball only at its highest point.
D Gravity pushes the ball upwards after it leaves the hand.
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Step 1: Earth's gravitational force is always present. Step [2-9]: It acts on any object with mass within its field. Step [2-9]: The force always pulls objects towards the centre of the Earth.

Correct answer: Gravity acts on the ball at all times, pulling it downwards.

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