Standard Science Primary 6 Interactions

A ball is thrown upwards into the air. Which force causes the ball to eventually slow down and fall back to the ground?

A Gravitational force
B Frictional force
C Magnetic force
D Elastic spring force
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Step 1: Gravity is an attractive force exerted by the Earth. Step [2-9]: It pulls all objects toward its centre. Step [2-9]: Even when an object is moving up, gravity pulls it down, causing it to slow down and eventually fall.

Correct answer: Gravitational force

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