Thursdays Giggle - Newton's 3rd law

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Start date Jan 27, 2016
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In summary, Newton's 3rd law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. This law applies to everyday life and can be seen in activities such as walking, riding a bike, and throwing a ball. One example of this law in action is the recoil of a gun. It is a fundamental law of physics and has been extensively tested. Newton derived this law from his second law of motion by observing the behavior of objects in motion.

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zoobyshoe

So, what are the first two laws?

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zoobyshoe said:

So, what are the first two laws?

Here's the First Law, have yet to come up with a #2

1. What is Newton's 3rd law?

Newton's 3rd law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. This means that when an object exerts a force on another object, the second object will exert a force back in the opposite direction.

2. How does Newton's 3rd law apply to everyday life?

Newton's 3rd law can be seen in many everyday situations, such as when you walk. As you push your foot against the ground, the ground pushes back with an equal and opposite force, propelling you forward. It also applies to activities like riding a bike, throwing a ball, or even sitting in a chair.

3. Can you provide an example of Newton's 3rd law in action?

One famous example is the recoil of a gun. When a bullet is fired, the gun exerts a force on the bullet, causing it to move forward. In response, the bullet exerts an equal and opposite force on the gun, causing it to recoil backwards.

4. Is Newton's 3rd law always true?

Yes, Newton's 3rd law is a fundamental law of physics and applies to all objects in the universe. It has been extensively tested and has been found to hold true in all scenarios.

5. How did Newton come up with his 3rd law?

Newton's 3rd law was derived from his second law of motion, which states that force is equal to mass times acceleration. By observing the behavior of objects in motion, Newton was able to formulate the idea that for every force, there is an equal and opposite force in the opposite direction.