CBSE · Class 9 · Science · Force and Laws of MotionWhen a bullet is fired from a gun, the gun recoils backwards. This is an example of:
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This is an application of Newton's third law of motion, where the forward action force on the bullet has an equal and opposite reaction force on the gun.
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Option : Newton's first law of motion
Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Force and Laws of Motion.
Option 1: Newton's second law of motion
Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Force and Laws of Motion.
Option 2: Newton's third law of motion (Correct Answer)
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Option 3: Law of conservation of energy
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