The linear momentum (symbol p) of an object is its velocity multiplied by its mass. The SI unit for momentum is kg·m/s or N·s. In a closed system, total linear momentum is conserved. This can be observed in many scenarios, such as elastic collisions, where linear momentum is conserved save for a tiny amount lost to friction. Momentum is equal to the integral of force with respect to time, or
Attributes | Values |
---|---|
rdfs:label |
|
rdfs:comment |
|
dcterms:subject | |
dbkwik:physics/pro...iPageUsesTemplate | |
abstract |
|
is wikipage disambiguates of |