Newtons third 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 you jump up?

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You push the Earth downwards, but the Earth has much more mass, so you can't tell it has moved.

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What is the reaction force when your friend pushes you?

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You pushing back on your friend.

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If a rocket pushes exhaust with a force of 10,000 N, how much force does it go forward?

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10,000 N.

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What is the action force when an archer shoots an arrow?

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The bowstring against the arrow.

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What is the reaction force when an archer shoots an arrow?

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The arrow's push against the bowstring.

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What force is acting on you when you jump upwards and leave the ground?

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There is no upward force once you leave the ground.

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Why can't you feel the Earth move when you jump?

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Because the Earth has much more mass than you.

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

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

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What is inertia in relation to Newton's laws?

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Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.