When we jump, do we move the earth just a little bit because of the force we apply, just like the 3rd law of Newton states? 706 viewsJanuary 3, 2024 Question91.53K October 29, 2020 0 Comments When we jump, do we move the earth just a little bit because of the force we apply, just like the 3rd law of Newton states? In: Physics 3 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted October 29, 2020 0 Comments No. There is an equal and opposite reaction but there is the tinyest little bit of squish in the stuff that makes up the earth and it absorbs the force of the jump before the force can act on the whole planet. You are viewing 1 out of 3 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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