Rockets!

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What is the main force that affects a rocket's weight?

Back

Gravity is the main force that affects a rocket's weight.

Front

What happens to a rocket when it is in free fall?

Back

The rocket is falling towards Earth without any propulsion.

Front

Why are fins important on a rocket?

Back

Fins stabilize the rocket during flight.

Front

What two forces act against a rocket during launch?

Back

Weight and Drag slow a rocket down during launch.

Front

What does Newton's first law state about a rocket at rest?

Back

A rocket stays at rest until an external force (ignition) acts on it.

Front

What is thrust in the context of rockets?

Back

Thrust is the force that propels the rocket upward.

Front

What is drag in rocket flight?

Back

Drag is the air resistance that opposes the rocket's motion.

Front

How does weight affect a rocket's launch?

Back

Weight must be overcome by thrust for the rocket to launch.

Front

What is the role of the rocket engine?

Back

The rocket engine generates thrust to propel the rocket.

Front

What is lift in relation to rockets?

Back

Lift is the force that can help a rocket rise, but is not the primary force in rocket launches.