Have a look at some or all of these movies - they each show a different force and different resulting movement. What do you think is happening - and why? Type in your explanations and compare with others.

A classic example of action and reaction.

Punting on the river is an example of the Third Law.

A human version of Newton's Cradle.

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Equals and opposites. What's happening in these examples?

Rugby players tackle to get a reaction.

Sometimes it is easy to see the laws of physics when experiments are done in zero gravity.

Lorries and cars definitely do not mix!

Watch out Tiger Woods!

How does a propeller push a plane forwards?

How do we push ourselves through the water?