If the force of attraction between the sun and the planets is removed; the planets will?

A. fall towards the sun
B. scatter and stop moving
C. continue to move at tangent to their original orbits
D. continue to move perpendicular to their original orbits.

Correct Answer:

Option D – continue to move perpendicular to their original orbits. 

Explanation:

The planets would shoot off in straight lines going out into space. The Sun’s gravity is what makes them follow curved orbits.