Key Equations
Definition of momentum | |
Impulse | |
Impulse-momentum theorem | |
Average force from momentum | |
Instantaneous force from momentum (Newton’s second law) |
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Conservation of momentum | |
Generalized conservation of momentum | |
Conservation of momentum in two dimensions | |
External forces | |
Newton’s second law for an extended object | |
Acceleration of the center of mass | |
Position of the center of mass for a system of particles |
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Velocity of the center of mass | |
Position of the center of mass of a continuous object |
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Rocket equation |