For the Stokes law to be valid in the case of a falling sphere in a fluid, the_____________________?

A. Reynolds number (based on sphere diameter) should be < 1

B. Flow around the sphere should be in turbulent region

C. Fluid density should be constant

D. Sphere must be metallic

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