Center of gravity and Newton's 3 Law of Motion.

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The discussion revolves around a project involving a demonstration of a physics phenomenon, specifically focusing on the center of gravity and its relation to Newton's Laws of Motion.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to connect the concept of center of gravity with Newton's Third Law of Motion and seeks clarification on their relationship. Some participants suggest various demonstration ideas, including using a can filled with water and ice to illustrate motion.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different aspects of the demonstration and questioning how Newton's Third Law is exemplified in the proposed setup. There is an active exchange of ideas, but no consensus has been reached yet.

Contextual Notes

Participants are navigating the relationship between the center of gravity and Newton's Laws, with some uncertainty about how to effectively demonstrate these concepts together.

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I have a project to do and I have to make a demonstration about a physics phenomenon. I'n planning on doing a demonstration that explains one or all of Newton's Laws of Motion. I've chosen to do it on the center of gravity, but I want to know if it's
related to Newton's 3 Laws of Motion or is it not?
 
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third law is "every action has an equal and opposite reaction"

so some demonstrations may work and some may not

whats in your mind?
 
Well in my demonstration, I'm planning on taking an empty can and filling it with 1/3 of water to make it rotate in a circular motion on its edge. After I'm going to fill it with smashed ice instead of water and do the same thing.
 
Ok, I am a bit confused ... how is 3rd law demonstrated in it?
 

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