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What is momentum?

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Momentum is the product of an object's mass and its velocity, represented by the formula p = mv.

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When is momentum conserved?

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Momentum is conserved in a closed system where no external forces are acting.

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What factors affect impulse?

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Impulse is affected by the force applied and the time duration over which the force is applied, represented by the formula Impulse = Force x Time.

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What is the relationship between impulse and momentum?

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Impulse is equal to the change in momentum of an object, represented by the formula Impulse = Δp.

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What happens to momentum when two objects collide elastically?

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In an elastic collision, both momentum and kinetic energy are conserved.

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What happens to momentum when two objects collide inelastically?

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In an inelastic collision, momentum is conserved, but kinetic energy is not.

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How does an airbag reduce injury in a car crash?

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An airbag increases the time over which the force acts during a crash, reducing the force experienced by the occupants.

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What is the formula for calculating impulse?

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Impulse = Change in momentum = Final momentum - Initial momentum.

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What is the effect of external forces on momentum?

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External forces, such as friction or gravity, can change the total momentum of a system.

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What is the significance of a brick wall vs. a haystack in terms of impulse?

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Both a brick wall and a haystack provide the same impulse to a car, but the wall exerts a greater force over a shorter time.