A rocket works by expelling high-speed exhaust gases in one direction, which creates a corresponding force that propels the rocket in the opposite direction. This expulsion of gases is achieved through the combustion of rocket propellant in the rocket engine. The reaction gases are expelled through a nozzle at high speeds, generating thrust that propels the rocket forward.
Unlike an airplane, which requires air to generate lift, a rocket does not rely on atmospheric air for propulsion. Instead, it carries its own oxidizer along with the fuel, enabling it to operate in the vacuum of space where there is no air. This is why rockets are used to launch satellites, explore other planets, and conduct space missions.
