momentum Flashcards
1
Q
what is momentum
A
a quantity defined as the product of mass and velocity of an object
2
Q
what is the equation and unit for momentum
A
p=mass x velocity
kg x m/s
3
Q
true or false decreasing momentum also decreases force
A
true
4
Q
what is the law of conservation of momentum
A
when two or more objects interact they may exchange momentum but the total momentum stays the same