Newton's Third Law (AQA GCSE Physics): Flashcards
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State Newton's Third Law about force pairs
State Newton's Third Law about force pairs
Equal in magnitude, opposite in direction
When does Newton's 3rd Law apply?
When does Newton's 3rd Law apply?
To all interactions, no matter the objects
Canoe example: Paddle pushes water which way?
Canoe example: Paddle pushes water which way?
Backwards
Canoe example: Water pushes paddle which way?
Canoe example: Water pushes paddle which way?
Forward with equal force
Rocket example: What happens when gases are pushed out?
Rocket example: What happens when gases are pushed out?
Gases push back with equal force, lifting rocket
Why does a rocket lift off (Newton's 3rd Law)?
Why does a rocket lift off (Newton's 3rd Law)?
Gases push back with equal opposite force
Book on table: Direction of book's weight?
Book on table: Direction of book's weight?
Down on the table
Book on table: How does table respond?
Book on table: How does table respond?
Pushes up with equal force
What can you say about all force pairs?
What can you say about all force pairs?
Equal strength, opposite direction, always