The effect of a force acting over a time interval; a 'push' that changes momentum. Mathematically, it's the integral of force with respect to time: J=∫t1t2Fnet (t)dt
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What is impulse?
The effect of a force acting over a time interval; a 'push' that changes momentum. Mathematically, it's the integral of force with respect to time: J=∫t1t2Fnet (t)dt
Define momentum.
Momentum is a measure of mass in motion; it is a vector quantity defined as the product of an object's mass and its velocity: p=mv
What is the impulse-momentum theorem?
The impulse-momentum theorem states that the impulse applied to an object is equal to the change in its momentum: J=Δp
What is net external force?
The vector sum of all forces acting on a system from outside the system. It dictates how quickly the momentum of the system changes.
What is change in momentum?
The difference between the final momentum and the initial momentum of an object: Δp=p−p0
What are the key differences between impulse and momentum?
Impulse: The change in momentum of an object (J=Δp), caused by a force acting over time. | Momentum: The product of an object's mass and velocity (p=mv), representing its inertia in motion.
Compare and contrast force-time graphs and momentum-time graphs.
Force-time graph: Area under the curve represents the impulse. | Momentum-time graph: Slope of the curve represents the net force.
Differentiate between constant mass systems and variable mass systems when applying the impulse-momentum theorem.
Constant mass: Fnet =ma applies, where mass is constant. | Variable mass: Fnet=dtdp=dtdmv applies, considering the rate of mass change.
What is the definition of Impulse (J)?
Impulse (J) is the average force (F_avg) applied over a specific time interval (Δt): J = F_avg * Δt
What is the definition of Momentum (p)?
Momentum (p) is the product of an object's mass (m) and its velocity (v): p = mv
What is the definition of Change in Momentum (Δp)?
Change in Momentum (Δp) is the difference between the final momentum (p) and the initial momentum (p₀): Δp = p - p₀
What is the definition of Net External Force (F_net)?
Net External Force (F_net) is the vector sum of all forces acting on an object or system.
What is the Impulse-Momentum Theorem?
The Impulse-Momentum Theorem states that the impulse acting on an object is equal to the change in momentum of that object: J = Δp