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Increasing impact time with a cushion reduces the peak ______ experienced during a fall.
force
Impulse is defined as the change in momentum, which is calculated as ______ times time.
force
When falling on concrete, the impact is immediate, resulting in a very high peak ______.
force
Cushions help to extend impact time, thereby allowing for a ______, softer landing.
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The concept of momentum is defined as mass times ______.
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Momentum is calculated as mass multiplied by ______.
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A heavier object has more ______ due to its mass.
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Impulse describes the change in momentum due to a force applied over a certain ______.
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When an object impacts a surface, its momentum changes quickly, creating a ______.
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The longer the time over which a force is applied, the less intense that ______ can be.
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When falling onto a hard surface, the momentum change happens ______.
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Soft surfaces like cushions allow for extended ______ time.
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The impulse-momentum theorem states that impulse is equal to the change in ______.
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Study Notes
Momentum
- Momentum is a measure of an object's motion.
- It is calculated by multiplying mass by velocity.
- Momentum indicates the difficulty of stopping a moving object.
- Higher momentum means a greater force or longer time is needed to stop the object.
Impulse
- Impulse is the change in momentum due to a force applied over time.
- Impulse is calculated by multiplying force by time.
- Impulse represents how much momentum changes with a force over a specific time period.
Impulse-Momentum Theorem
- The Impulse-Momentum Theorem states that impulse equals the change in momentum.
- This means the impulse acting on an object equals its change in momentum.
Impact Time and Force Distribution
- A short impact time results in a high peak force.
- Extending impact time reduces the peak force by spreading it out over a longer duration.
- Soft surfaces, such as cushions, increase impact time, reducing the peak force and making the impact safer.
Example
- Falling on concrete leads to a short impact time and high peak force.
- Falling on a foam cushion extends the impact time, resulting in a lower peak force.
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Description
This quiz covers the concepts of momentum and impulse in physics. You'll learn how momentum is calculated, the relationship between impulse and momentum, and the implications of impact time on force distribution. Test your understanding of these fundamental principles in motion.
