Examples of Newton's Third Law Tues 5/24

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Examples of Newton's Third Law

Watch the videos below and answer some questions about them. Then choose and explain your own example of Newton's Third Law!
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Watch the video of Newton's Third Law being demonstrated in space.


Use the screenshot below in the Show Your Work section to:
1. Draw arrows showing the direction of forces pushing or pulling in the demonstration.
2. In complete sentences, describe what is happening as the two men are interacting in space in this demonstration.

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Watch the video from Eepy Bird - they are powering a car with Coke Zero and Mentos!


Use the screenshot below in the Show Your Work section to:
1. Draw arrows showing the direction of forces pushing or pulling in the demonstration.
2. In complete sentences, describe how this Coke Zero and Mentos car is an example of Newton’s Third Law.

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Watch this slow motion clip of baseball player Mookie Betts.


Use the screenshot below in the Show Your Work section to:
1. Draw arrows showing the direction of forces pushing or pulling in the demonstration.
2. In complete sentences, describe how this baseball swing is an example of Newton’s Third Law.

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CHOOSE YOUR OWN EXAMPLE!
1. Find a picture or video clip online that shows an example of Newton's Third Law.
2. Copy the link to your video or website and paste it into the box provided.
3. Upload a screenshot of your example in the Show Your Work area below.
4. Draw arrows showing the direction of forces pushing or pulling in the demonstration.
5. In complete sentences, describe how the screenshot you chose is an example of Newton’s Third Law.