Momentum

•The ability of moving objects to give impact on other bodies is called momentum.

•Momentum is a characteristic feature of objects in motion.

•The impact produced by a moving body depends on its mass and velocity

Momentum is the product of these factors

Momentum = mass x velocity

p = mv

The unit of momentum is Kgm/s

•If an object have greater momentum, the impact formed by it is also more

Rate of change of momentum =

change In momentum

time

Conclusion

•When the rate of change of momentum is deceased the effect of the impact also deceases.

•If the time interval for the change of momentum is increased, the rate of change of momentum is decreased.