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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What happens when object A exerts a force on object B?

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Object B exerts an equal and opposite force on object A.

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What is an example of Newton's Third Law?

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The recoil of a cannon when it fires.

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What is a force?

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A push or pull on an object.

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What does 'equal and opposite' mean in Newton's Third Law?

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For every action force, there is a reaction force that is equal in size but opposite in direction.

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If a ball is kicked, what happens to the foot?

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The foot experiences an equal and opposite force from the ball.

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What is the relationship between action and reaction forces?

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They act on different objects and are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction.

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Can forces cancel each other out?

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Only if they are acting on the same object; otherwise, they do not cancel.

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

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Walking: when you push down on the ground, the ground pushes you up.

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What is the significance of Newton's Third Law in sports?

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It explains how athletes use forces to propel themselves or objects.