Momentum and Impulse

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What happens to the momentum of an object when its speed is doubled?

Back

The momentum doubles.

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What is the product of force and time called?

Back

Impulse.

Front

What two factors does the momentum of an object depend on?

Back

Mass and velocity.

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What occurs when an impulse is applied to an object?

Back

It experiences a change in momentum.

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If two skaters push off each other, what can be said about their speeds if one has a smaller mass?

Back

The skater with the smaller mass will have a greater speed.

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Front

Define momentum.

Back

Momentum is the product of an object's mass and its velocity.

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What is the formula for calculating momentum?

Back

Momentum (p) = mass (m) x velocity (v).

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What is impulse in relation to momentum?

Back

Impulse is the change in momentum resulting from a force applied over time.

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How does increasing the mass of an object affect its momentum if velocity remains constant?

Back

The momentum increases.

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What is the relationship between impulse and force?

Back

Impulse is equal to the average force multiplied by the time duration the force acts.

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