Give some examples of the gravitational force in nature.
The gravitational force plays an important role in nature. Below are mentioned some examples where gravitaional force comes into play:
1. All the planets revolve around the sun due to the gravitational force between the sun and the planets. Thus, the gravitational force is responsible for the existence of the solar system.
Fig. Our solar system. Gravitational force holds together the sun and the planets.
2. The motion of the moon around the earth is due to the gravitational force between the moon and the earth.
3. Tides in oceans are formed due to the gravitational force between the moon and the water in oceans.
4. The earth holds the atmosphere (envelope of gases) near its surface due to its gravitational force.
5. The gravitational force of the earth is responsible for rainfall and snowfall.
