The classic momentum transfer between balls question

In summary, the classic momentum transfer between balls question is a physics problem that demonstrates the conservation of momentum in real-world scenarios. Momentum is defined as the product of an object's mass and velocity, and the principle of conservation of momentum states that the total momentum of a closed system remains constant. When two balls collide, the momentum of each ball changes and the total momentum of the system must remain equal. Factors such as the masses, velocities, angle, and elasticity of the collision can affect the amount of momentum transferred between balls.
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Homework Statement



A 5.0-kg object has a velocity of 6.0 m/s, east when it explodes into two 2.5-kg objects.
After the explosion one of the objects has a velocity of 4.0 m/s at an angle of 50° north
of east. What is the magnitude and direction of the velocity of the other object after the
explosion

Homework Equations



P=MV

P(i) = P(f)

The Attempt at a Solution



P=2.5*4sin(50)

P(i) = 30
P(f) = 30

I got about 3.5m/s, at 48 degrees, which apparently is quite wrong.
 
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FAQ: The classic momentum transfer between balls question

What is the classic momentum transfer between balls question?

The classic momentum transfer between balls question is a physics problem that involves two balls colliding with each other. It is used to demonstrate the conservation of momentum and how it applies in real-world scenarios.

How is momentum defined?

Momentum is a measure of an object's mass and its velocity. It is defined as the product of an object's mass and its velocity.

What is the principle of conservation of momentum?

The principle of conservation of momentum states that the total momentum of a closed system remains constant. In other words, momentum cannot be created or destroyed, but it can be transferred between objects.

How is momentum transferred between colliding balls?

When two balls collide, the momentum of each ball changes. This is due to the force applied during the collision. The total momentum of the system before and after the collision must be equal, demonstrating the conservation of momentum.

What factors affect the momentum transfer between balls?

The momentum transfer between balls can be affected by the masses and velocities of the balls, as well as the angle and elasticity of the collision. These factors can impact how much momentum is transferred from one ball to the other during a collision.

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