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The third law applies here. For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. When the rocket fuel is ignited it exerts enormous thrust directed downwards. If the rocket is not constrained to the launching pad (with very very heavy restraints) it sees no other way to nullify the enormous thrust but to set itself in motion. Soon as more fuel burns, the rocket accelerates. As a side, if the rocket was restrained with very heavy agents, these agents (in the form of nuts and bolts or whatever) will have to bear the thrust of the rocket engine.

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Which newtons law of motion should be used for the example of a fuel in a rocket ignites the force of the gas expansion pushes out the back of the rocket and pushes the rocket forward?

Newton's third law of motion can be used. This law of motion states that any force has an equal and opposite force. This can be proven by simply pushing away from a table. When you push you are putting a certain amount of force on the table. This force is pushed back (opposite) with the same amount of force (equal) pushing you away. In turn, you can say that when you push away from a table you are using as much force as it would take you to move yourself. The Bernoulli's principle would also apply. It states that a force applied to a fluid is transmitted equally throughout the fluid in all directions. (This only slightly applies to this question.)


What were epicycles used to describe?

Epicycles were used in ancient astronomy to explain planetary motion within a geocentric model. They involved the idea of planets moving in small circles (epicycles) while also moving along a larger path around the Earth.


What geometric arrangements did ptolemy use to explain retrograde motion?

Earths faster motion makes Mars appear to be going backwards, the backwards motion, in fact, is what caused retrograde motion. --Ptloemy used Epicycles to explain how geocentrical models worked.


What was Sir Isaac Newton's contribution to rocketry?

Sir Isaac Newton's contribution to rocketry was his formulation of the laws of motion and universal gravitation. These laws provided the foundation for understanding how objects move in space and the principles behind rocket propulsion. Newton's work laid the groundwork for the development of the science of rocketry.


What are the similarities beween Copernicus' model of the universe and Ptolemy's model of the universe?

Both Copernicus' and Ptolemy's models aimed to explain the motion of celestial bodies in the sky. However, Copernicus placed the Sun at the center of the universe, while Ptolemy's model had Earth at the center. Both models used the concept of epicycles to explain the retrograde motion of planets.

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What is the correct term used to describe the setting of a rocket or spacecraft into motion?

The most accurate answer is called liftoff or takeoff. I hope that was a good enough answer for you Thanks annonomuis


Which law of motion is used to explain rocket propulsion?

The third law of motion, known as Newton's third law, is used to explain rocket propulsion. This law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. In the case of a rocket, hot gases are expelled backward, causing the rocket to move forward in the opposite direction.


What part falls off after takeoff on a rocket?

The Solid Rocket Booster is detached and dropped after the first minute or two of flight. It may then be recovered and used again.


What part falls off after takeoff on a space shuttle?

The Solid Rocket Booster drops off after it has been used completely, to reduce unneeded weight, and so it may be used again.


Who used mathematics to explain the laws of planetary motion?

Kepler


What is a set of rules used to predict and explain motion?

Newton's laws of motion are a set of rules that are used to predict and explain the motion of objects in the world. These three laws describe how forces interact with objects to determine their motion and are fundamental principles in classical mechanics.


How are the ailerons used at takeoff?

they help an airplane bank (turn) after they takeoff


What part of the shuttle drops off after takeoff on a space shuttle?

The Solid Rocket Booster is detached and dropped after the first minute or two of flight. It may then be recovered and used again.


How do you slow down a rocket?

To slow down a rocket, you can fire its engines in the opposite direction of its motion to decrease its speed. This process is known as retrofiring and it creates a thrust opposite to the direction of motion, slowing the rocket down. Alternatively, aerodynamic drag or parachutes can also be used to slow down a rocket during re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.


Why does the weight of a rocket decrease during take off?

The weight of a rocket decreases during takeoff because it is burning fuel, which reduces the amount of mass that the rocket has to lift against gravity. As fuel is used up, the overall weight of the rocket decreases, making it easier to achieve lift-off.


Describe what produces the retrograde motion of mars. what geometric arrangement did Ptolemy use to explain this motion?

Earths faster motion makes Mars appear to be going backwards, the backwards motion, in fact, is what caused retrograde motion. --Ptloemy used Epicycles to explain how geocentrical models worked.


What do rocket wings do?

Rocket wings help provide lift and stability to rockets during their flight trajectory. They are used to help control the direction and stability of the rocket as it ascends into space. By adjusting the angle of the rocket wings, engineers can steer the rocket towards its intended trajectory.