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    Dec 19, 2011, 03:51 PM
    Physical science action and reaction
    What is the answer for the backward kick of a rifle that is fired is an example of a___________ force
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    Dec 19, 2011, 07:31 PM
    Reactive force?
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    Dec 19, 2011, 09:02 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by wizardninja View Post
    what is the answer for the backward kick of a rifle that is fired is an example of a___________ force

    Hi wizaedinija,

    Google Newton's second law. Or, Conservation of linear momentum.
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    Dec 20, 2011, 02:57 PM
    Isn't this an example of the 3rd law, opposite and equal reaction?
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    Dec 20, 2011, 05:30 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by ma0641 View Post
    Isn't this an example of the 3rd law, opposite and equal reaction?
    Yes, it's Newtons 3rd law. Sorry about the error.


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    Dec 22, 2011, 01:23 PM
    Having just fired 10 rounds from my .270 Winchester, I can attest to that.
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