momentum

• What is momentum defined as?

  Momentum is the product of an object's mass and velocity.
• How does mass affect momentum?


  The greater the mass of an object, the greater its momentum.
• How does velocity affect momentum?


  The faster an object is moving, the greater its momentum.
• What is the formula for momentum?

  Momentum = mass x velocity
• What is the symbol for momentum in physics?

  P
• What are the units for momentum?


  kg m/s
• Is momentum a scalar or vector quantity?


  Momentum is a vector quantity.
• What does the law of conservation of mass state in relation to momentum?


  In a closed system, the total momentum before an event equals the total momentum after the event.
• What is the condition for the law of conservation of momentum to apply?


  It applies in a closed system with no external forces acting on it.
• What are the two scenarios where the law of conservation of momentum applies?


  • Collisions (objects moving together)
  • Explosions (objects moving apart)