State whether the following statement is true or false:
The force of attraction between two bodies is called gravity.
The force of attraction between two bodies is called gravity.
(FALSE) The statement is False.
Explanation: The force of attraction between any two objects in the universe is known as gravitation. Gravity is specifically defined as the force of attraction exerted by the Earth on objects near its surface.
Explanation: The force of attraction between any two objects in the universe is known as gravitation. Gravity is specifically defined as the force of attraction exerted by the Earth on objects near its surface.
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