Newton's 3rd Law

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What is Newton's 3rd Law of Motion?

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

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What happens when a small car pushes a big truck?

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The truck applies an equal and opposite force on the car.

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True or False: Action-reaction forces can cause a change in motion.

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True.

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What is an example of action-reaction forces?

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When a person pushes against the ground, the ground pushes back on their foot.

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What will happen to a balloon when it is released?

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The balloon will move to the right.

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In the context of Newton's 3rd Law, what is the action when a man pushes against a wall?

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The man pushing against the wall.

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What is the reaction force when a person jumps off a diving board?

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The diving board pushes back against the person.

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How do action-reaction forces affect motion?

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They can change the motion of objects involved.

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What is an example of action-reaction forces in everyday life?

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Walking: when you push your foot back against the ground, the ground pushes you forward.

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What is the relationship between action and reaction forces?

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They are equal in size and opposite in direction.