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What is meant by gravitational force (or force of gravity)? Give its one example.

The force of attraction between all masses in the universe, especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface. For example: When you hold a ball up in the air, the mass of Earth allows the ball to fall to the Earth.


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