The APsolute RecAP: Physics 1 Edition
The APsolute RecAP: Physics 1 Edition
Ryan McDowell, Melanie Kingett
The APsolute RecAP: Physics 1 Edition - Dynamics - Identifying 3rd Law Pairs
8 minutes Posted Mar 26, 2021 at 4:00 am.
Newton’s 3rd Law is easy to say, but tough to apply. The problem is usually that many people know the catchy phrase, but don’t actually know the meaning of the words in the phrase.
We explore the gravitational force between you and the Earth.
But, how does the 3rd law apply to running on a track
or a wagon being pulled by a tractor?
We look at all of these scenarios and still had time to discuss what makes a rocket capable of getting into orbit and beyond.
The Question of the Day asks:
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Newton’s 3rd Law is easy to say, but tough to apply. The problem is usually that many people know the catchy phrase, but don’t actually know the meaning of the words in the phrase. (1:23) We explore the gravitational force between you and the Earth. (2:11) But, how does the 3rd law apply to running on a track (2:44) or a wagon being pulled by a tractor? (4:18) We look at all of these scenarios and still had time to discuss what makes a rocket capable of getting into orbit and beyond. (5:26)The Question of the Day asks: (6:59)How does the force that the Earth pulls on the International Space Station compare to the amount of force exerted on the Earth by the space station?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Physics 1 Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:[email protected] Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE