How Does Gravity Affect an Object Falling Through a Hole in Earth?

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The discussion revolves around the effects of gravity on an object falling through a hole in the Earth, specifically comparing motion through the center versus through a non-diameter chord. Participants explore the implications of gravitational forces in these scenarios.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants question the differences in motion when falling through the center of the Earth versus through a chord, and how gravitational forces vary in these contexts.

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The discussion is active, with participants raising questions about the nature of gravitational forces at different points within the Earth and considering the oscillatory motion of an object in a tunnel.

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There is an assumption that the hole's path can vary, and participants are considering the implications of these variations on gravitational effects.

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Is there a difference between motion for an obect falling through hole at the center or falling through any two points??
 
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By any two points, I assume you mean a non-diameter chord?
 
yea. let's say a hole from uk to japan.
 
Hi. Both are oscillation around the deepest point of tunnel.
 
If you are at the middle of a chord, how does the force compare to when you are at the center of the earth?
 

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