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 action-reaction forces?

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A swimmer pushes against a pool wall to begin swimming.

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What direction do the forces in a force pair act?

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Opposite directions.

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Which of the following is NOT part of Newton's Third Law?

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Rain in the sky.

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What is an example of jumping off a trampoline?

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When you jump, the trampoline pushes you back into the air.

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What is the relationship between action and reaction forces?

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They are equal in strength but 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 it upward while exhaust gases push down.

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

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It means the forces are the same in magnitude.

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

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It indicates that the forces act in opposite directions.