In the sphere of death, the force replacing tension in vertical circle dynamics is
Aits weight
Bfriction force
Cair drag force
Dnormal reaction
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. normal reaction
The rider is pushed by the sphere wall, so the normal reaction does the job of string tension.
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