Class 8 Science Force and Pressure: NCERT Solutions for Question 9

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Question 9

A rocket has been fired upwards to launch a satellite in its orbit. Name the two forces acting on the rocket immediately after leaving the launching pad.

Answer

When a rocket is fired upwards to launch a satellite in its orbit, then the force of gravity is acting on it. The force of gravity pulls the rocket towards the earth but the force of friction which is due to the earth’s atmosphere, opposes its motion.

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