Linear momentum Flashcards

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Define linear momemtum as:
Is it of scalar or vector nature?

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  • ๐ฉ = ๐‘š๐ฏ
  • It is a vector
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2
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Recall and apply Newtonโ€™s second law in the form:

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  • ฮฃ๐… = d๐ฉ/dt
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3
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State the principle of conservation of momentum

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  • The total momentum before a collision = the total momentum after a collision, provided no resultant external force has acted
  • It is always conserved
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4
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Appreciate the principle as a consequence of Newtonโ€™s second and third laws

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See notes page

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