Momentum Introduction

Momentum

Aim

Recall and use the definition of momentum (momentum = mass x velocity)
Recall the unit of momentum is "kilogram meter per seconds" or kg m/s

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Where do we see the word "momentum" in our daily lives?

Write down the definition of momentum in your notebook

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​Definition of Momentum

Example

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Where do we see momentum in our daily lives?

Complete the worksheet front and back. Ask for help if you need it.

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Independent Work

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Why do we study momentum?

Do a google search to find an answer that is convincing to you.

Velocity has direction so momentum also has direction.

So we say this object has momentum forward.

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Important!

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Challenge: Show that the total momentum of the balls before the collision is equal to the total momentum of the balls after the collision.