How to find the magnitude of momentum?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the method to calculate the magnitude of momentum in physics, which is typically derived from the product of mass and velocity of an object.
Answer
p = mv
The magnitude of momentum is found using the formula p = mv, where p is momentum, m is mass, and v is velocity.
Answer for screen readers
The magnitude of momentum is found using the formula p = mv, where p is momentum, m is mass, and v is velocity.
More Information
Momentum is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction. However, when calculating just the magnitude, direction is not considered.
Tips
A common mistake is to forget that momentum is a vector and disregard the direction when it's required. Ensure you correctly apply units and consider direction in vector calculations.
Sources
- Definition of Momentum - labs.phys.utk.edu
- Momentum Calculator p = mv - calculatorsoup.com
- 8.1 Linear Momentum, Force, and Impulse - Physics | OpenStax - openstax.org
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