The gravitational force between two identical bodies is F. If a thick brick wall is placed completely between them, the gravitational force will:

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A Decrease significantly.
B Increase significantly.
C Become zero.
D Remain exactly F.

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Answer: D. Remain exactly F.

Correct Answer: D) Remain exactly F.
Explanation: Gravitational force is independent of the intervening medium. Placing an object, wall, or fluid between two masses does not block, shield, or alter the gravitational pull between them.

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The gravitational force between two identical bodies is F. If a thick brick wall is placed completely between them, the gravitational force will:

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