$A$ small spherical body of radius $r$ and density $\rho$ moves with the terminal velocity $v$ in a fluid of coefficient of viscosity $\eta$ and density $\sigma$. What will be the net force on the body?

  • A
    $\frac{4}{3} \pi r^{3}(\rho-\sigma) g$
  • B
    $6 \pi \eta rv$
  • C
    Zero
  • D
    Infinity

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