Topic 1.6 - Momentum

Question 1

Give the equation for momentum, including units

Answer 1

Momentum (kgm/s) = mass (kg) x velocity (m/s)

Question 2

The time taken for the change in momentum to occur is proportional to the…

Answer 2

Resultant force felt by the object.

Question 3

Give the equation linking resultant force and momentum

Answer 3

change in momentum (kgm/s) = resultant force (N) x time (s)

Question 4

What is impulse?

Answer 4

The change in momentum of an object caused by a force acting on it for a length of time.