Question

explain how a rocket can propel itself using newtons third law. as the rocket pushes exhaust gases backward, the gases push the rocket forward. as the rocket pushes exhaust gases backward, the air behind the rocket pushes the rocket forward. as the rocket pushes exhaust gases backward, the rocket loses mass and becomes less dense, and the resulting buoyant force pushes the rocket forward. as the rocket pushes exhaust gases backward, the gases exert gravitational forces on the rocket, and newtons third law is built into the gravitational force. resources ebook -/1 points details my notes ask your teacher

Explanation:

Newton's third law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. When a rocket pushes exhaust gases backward (action force), the gases exert an equal - and - opposite force on the rocket, pushing it forward (reaction force).

Answer:

As the rocket pushes exhaust gases backward, the gases push the rocket forward.