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The principle of working of a rocket is based on

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conservation of mass

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conservation of energy

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conservation of charge

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conservation of linear momentum and third law of motion

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Solution

The correct option is D
conservation of linear momentum and third law of motion

The hot gases acquire momentum in the backward direction & the rocket acquires an equal amount of momentum in the forward direction.

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