[Seany (OP)]

Why is it that we suddenly get thrusted backwards? Or is this not so?

[DoctorBeaver]

"For every action there is an equal and opposite re-action". That's 1 of Newton's laws - but don't ask me which.

What it means is that if a force is applied in 1 direction, there is an equal force in the opposite direction. So, when the water shoots out of the nozzle of the hose, the nozzle is pushed back with equal force.

Sort of.

[Seany (OP)]

So what if I'm walking forwards..?

[DoctorBeaver]

Your feet are imparting a backward force on the ground  [^]

[Seany (OP)]

Oh.. []

LOL I just luff your proud face thingy LOL!

[DoctorBeaver]

smug