QUESTION IMAGE
Question
which of newtons laws explains why a rocket launches into space? a newtons first law b newtons third law c newtons second law
Brief Explanations
Newton's third law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. In a rocket launch, the rocket expels gas downwards (action force), and in return, the gas exerts an upward force on the rocket (reaction force), propelling it into space.
Snap & solve any problem in the app
Get step-by-step solutions on Sovi AI
Photo-based solutions with guided steps
Explore more problems and detailed explanations
B. Newton's third law