How can a rocket engine lift itself off the ground? Push a wall and you will be pushed back. Newton's Third Law of Motion states that every force has an equal force applied in the opposite direction. If air, trapped in a fire extinguisher, is "thrown" backwards by releasing it, Dr. Carlson can be pushed forward by the blast - his very own jet-car!
Science Theater Episode 9: Equal and Opposite Force
Friday, July 07, 2006
Newton's Third Law - Episode 9
Posted by Dr. Matt J. Carlson on 7/07/2006 02:44:00 PM
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Hello Dr. carlson,
I loved one or two videos of yours. Can i have permission to edit your videos (language) and use it to teach school kids in India?
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