Exploring Drag in a Vacuum: Understanding Friction and Interactions in Space

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of drag and mechanical forces in a space vacuum. It is concluded that in a space vacuum, there is no drag or resistance to overcome, and any force applied will result in acceleration. The use of a rocket is compared to a gun and bullet system, with the rocket being a gun without a bullet to push back against the expanding gas.
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Again and again, you still don't understand Newton's 3rd law. There is nothing more to say.
 
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I think this thread has run its course. @Newtonforce: Please read up on Newton's 3rd law.
 
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