What are rockets pushing against in space?

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In order to move, you have to apply an equal force to something else, right? So how can rockets move in space where there are no particles?

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Think of it this way: it’s the exhaust flame of the rocket engine pushing itself off of the rocket, and pushes the rocket away.

Second sentence in case I get moderated for a single sentence reply.

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