Linear Momentum Definitions Flashcards
1
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Momentum
A
The product of the mass and velocity of an object
2
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Conservation of linear momentum
A
The total linear momentum of an isolated system remains constant
3
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Isolated system
A
A system that has no net external force acting on it
4
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Elastic collision
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A collision in which both momentum and kinetic energy are conserved
5
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Inelastic collision
A
A collision in which only momentum is conserved
6
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Impulse
A
The product of the net force and contact-time
