Momentum And Collision Flashcards
1
Q
What is momentum?
A
A property of moving objets
2
Q
What is momentum measured in?
A
Kg m/s
3
Q
How do you work out momentum?
A
Mass x velocity
4
Q
Which objects have the greatest momentum?
A
The treated the mass of an object the greater it’s velocity and the greater its momentum
5
Q
What is momentum a type of?
A
Vector, it has size and direction
6
Q
What must the total momentum before an event equal?
A
The total momentum after, conservation of momentum
7
Q
What happens when a force acts on an object
A
It causes a change in momentum
A larger force means a faster change in momentum so greater acceleration
