Momentum Quiz

What is the property that determines the momentum of an object?

• Temperature and pressure

• Color and shape

• Volume and density

• Weight and speed

What is the main factor that determines the amount of momentum transferred when objects collide?

• Temperature of the objects

• Color of the objects

• Weight and speed of the objects

• Material of the objects

In the experiment with the ruler, dime, and quarter, which object moves away the fastest when momentum is transferred?

• Ruler

• Dime

• None of the above

• Quarter

What is the purpose of the seatbelt in a car during a crash?

• To prevent the passengers from moving due to momentum

• To transfer momentum to the passengers

• To decrease the car's momentum

• To increase the car's momentum

What is the main force that propels a model rocket?

• Momentum of the hot fuel

• Momentum of the rocket

• Gravity

• Aerodynamics

In the soapbox derby, what is the main force that moves the car down the hill?

• Gravity

• Aerodynamics

• Momentum

• Friction

What is the main factor that determines the speed of a ball in the game of jai alai?

• Force of the throw

• Weight of the ball

• Material of the ball

• Momentum of the player

What is the main force that propels a rocket in space?

• Aerodynamics

• Momentum of the fuel

• Momentum of the rocket

• Gravity

In the experiment with the balloon and straw, what force propels the assembly forward?

• Momentum of the balloon

• Gravity

• Aerodynamics

• Air pressure

What is the main factor that determines the ability of a bowling ball to knock down pins?

• Color of the ball

• Temperature of the ball

• Material of the ball

• Weight and speed of the ball