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 Gravitational force acting on the ball increases as it goes higher.
B Gravitational force is zero when the ball reaches its highest point.
C Gravitational force acts on the ball at all times, pulling it towards the Earth.
D Gravitational force only acts on the ball when it is falling down.
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Step 1: Gravitational force is a non-contact force that pulls objects towards the centre of the Earth. Step 2: It acts on any object with mass, whether it is stationary, moving up, or moving down.

Correct answer: Gravitational force acts on the ball at all times, pulling it towards the Earth.

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