How Do You Derive the Tsiolkovsky Rocket Equation?

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The Tsiolkovsky Rocket Equation, also known as the Tsiolkovsky Formula, describes the motion of rockets based on the conservation of momentum. It states that the change in velocity of a rocket is proportional to the effective exhaust velocity and the natural logarithm of the mass ratio of the rocket. The equation is crucial for understanding rocket propulsion and is derived from fundamental principles of physics. For further details, refer to the Wikipedia page on the Tsiolkovsky Rocket Equation.

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Homework Statement


The mass of a rocket, including a full chamber of fuel, is M. Its net mass without fuel is m. The products of combustion are ejected with velocity c. If the rocket starts from rest, derive Ciolkovski's formula.


Homework Equations


N/A. This is actually from differential equations textbook, and it did not give Ciolkovski's formula. I googled Ciolkovski's formula, but I am trouble finding it...


The Attempt at a Solution


I have no idea how to approach this problem. I do not have enough physics background knowledge to begin the problem :[ please help me...
 
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