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Demonstration of Newton's third law using a balloon helicopter

Authors :
Ng, Yee-kong
Mak, Se-yuen
Chung, Choi-man
Source :
The Physics Teacher. March, 2002, Vol. 40 Issue 3, p181, 2 p.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

The authors note how a balloon rocket is often used to demonstrate Isaac Newton's third law of motion and suggest a balloon helicopter may be a more efficient apparatus for this purpose. Taiwanese origin of the toy and repeated application of the third law are discussed.

Details

ISSN :
0031921X
Volume :
40
Issue :
3
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The Physics Teacher
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.84375452