Propulsion

Propulsion

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physics, Engineering, Architecture

6th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video explains that any propulsion system generating an accelerating force also creates an equal and opposite balancing force. Specifically, when a jet engine pushes air and exhaust gases backward, these gases exert an equal and opposite force on the plane, propelling it forward.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the relationship between the force produced by a propulsion system and the balancing force?

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2.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the concept of equal and opposite forces in the context of propulsion systems.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does a jet engine produce force on the air and exhaust gases?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What happens to the plane when the jet engine pushes exhaust gases backwards?

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what way does the force exerted by the exhaust gases affect the motion of the plane?

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