MCQ
The working principle of rocket propulsion is conservation of:
  • linear momentum
  • B
    kinetic energy
  • C
    angular momentum
  • D
    mass

Answer

Correct option: A.
linear momentum
(A)linear momentum
Explanation:
A rocket propulsion is based on the conservation of linear momentum.

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