The approximate mass of the Earth is:
A6 x 10^-23 kg
B6 x 10^23 kg
C6 x 10^-24 kg
D6 x 10^24 kg
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 6 x 10^24 kg
1. The mass of the Earth is a standard physical constant.
2. Its accepted value is about 5.97 x 10^24 kg.
3. Rounded, this is 6 x 10^24 kg.
_Source: RRB Group D CEN-02/2018 PYQ, Q.5._
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