Conservation of Momentum (AQA GCSE Physics Combined Science): Flashcards
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What is the conservation of momentum principle?
What is the conservation of momentum principle?
In a closed system, total momentum before = total momentum after
What type of system conserves momentum?
What type of system conserves momentum?
A closed system
Total momentum before collision (formula)
Total momentum before collision (formula)
Total momentum before collision (simplified)
Total momentum before collision (simplified)
What is the momentum of a stationary object?
What is the momentum of a stationary object?
Zero (no momentum)
Total momentum after collision
Total momentum after collision
Remains (conserved)
What happens to a stationary ball after collision?
What happens to a stationary ball after collision?
It gains velocity and momentum
What happens to the moving ball after collision?
What happens to the moving ball after collision?
Its velocity is reduced