Action-Reaction Pairs of Forces

Definition

Action-reaction pairs of forces are a concept derived from Newton's Third Law. They describe the relationship between two objects where one object exerts a force on another, and the second object exerts an equal but opposite force back on the first object.

Related terms

Balanced Forces: Balanced forces occur when two or more forces acting on an object cancel each other out, resulting in no net force and no change in motion.

Net Force:

The net force is the vector sum of all individual forces acting on an object. It determines the acceleration or deceleration of an object.

Equilibrium:

Equilibrium refers to a state where all forces acting on an object balance each other out, resulting in zero net force and no change in motion.