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what is the equation for momentum?
Originally posted by Michael D. Sewell
momentum = force x seconds
That depends. At an instantaneous point, it is momentum. But Delta Momentum = Force * Delta Time, that is impulse.Originally posted by xeguy
That's impulse, or change in momentum.
The momentum equation is a fundamental equation in physics that describes the relationship between an object's mass, velocity, and momentum. It is represented as p = mv, where p is momentum, m is mass, and v is velocity.
The momentum equation is used in a variety of scientific fields, such as mechanics, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics. It is used to calculate an object's momentum, which is a measure of its motion and can be used to predict its behavior and interactions with other objects.
Linear momentum is the product of an object's mass and velocity in a straight line, while angular momentum is the product of an object's moment of inertia and angular velocity around a fixed axis. In other words, linear momentum deals with motion in a straight line, while angular momentum deals with rotational motion.
The momentum equation is closely related to Newton's laws of motion, particularly the second law which states that the net force acting on an object is equal to its mass times its acceleration. This can be rewritten as F = dp/dt, where F is force, m is mass, and dp/dt is the rate of change of momentum.
Yes, the momentum equation can be applied to all objects, regardless of their size, shape, or composition. It is a fundamental law of physics that applies to all types of motion and is essential for understanding the behavior of objects in the physical world.