The discussion revolves around the nature of electric charges, specifically the attraction of unlike charges and the repulsion of like charges. Participants are exploring the relationship between these phenomena and Newton's Third Law of Motion.
Some participants have provided insights regarding the nature of the Coulomb force, asserting it as a real force. However, there is still uncertainty regarding its relation to Newton's Third Law, with no explicit consensus reached on the matter.
Participants express a desire to clarify these concepts without direct input from their lecturer, indicating a potential gap in understanding related to fundamental physics principles.
flyingpig said:Homework Statement
Unlike charges attract. Now here is my question, is this a phenomenon of Newton's third Law? I couldn't ask my lecturer because I had to run to another class for a quiz. It's friday and I don't want to ruin his friday.
The "repelling" force is a real right?