Foundation Science Primary 6 Interactions

Which of the following describes the direction of gravitational force acting on an apple hanging from a tree?

A Acting upwards towards the sky
B Acting downwards towards the centre of the Earth
C Acting sideways towards the tree trunk
D Acting in all directions away from the apple
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Step 1: Gravitational force is a pull exerted by the Earth. Step [2-9]: It always acts towards the centre of the Earth. Step [2-9]: Therefore, it pulls the apple downwards.

Correct answer: Acting downwards towards the centre of the Earth

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