1.3 Momentum and Impulse Flashcards
1
Q
What is Momentum
A
The product of mass and Velocity
2
Q
What is an Inelastic Collision
A
A collision in which momentum is conserved but kinetic energy is not.
Some of the kinetic energy is converted to heat and sound upon impact.
3
Q
What is an Elastic Collision
A
A collision in which both momentum and kinetic energy are conserved.
