Newtons 3rd Law

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What is Newton's Third Law of Motion?

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For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.

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Give an example of Newton's Third Law in action.

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When you jump on a trampoline, it springs you back into the air.

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What happens when a swimmer pushes against a pool wall?

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The swimmer moves forward due to the reaction force from the wall.

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What is the direction of forces in a force pair according to Newton's Third Law?

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The forces are in opposite directions.

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Is the recoil of a firing cannon an example of Newton's Third Law?

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Yes, it is an example.

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If you release air from a balloon, what happens?

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The balloon goes up due to the thrust of the escaping air.

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Are you pulling on the Earth when you jump?

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Yes, you exert a force on the Earth.

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What is an action-reaction pair?

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An action-reaction pair consists of two forces that are equal in size and opposite in direction.

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How does a rocket launch relate to Newton's Third Law?

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The rocket's thrust pushes down on the ground, and the reaction force pushes the rocket upward.

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What is an example of action and reaction in everyday life?

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Walking: your foot pushes back on the ground, and the ground pushes your foot forward.