Help with Simple High School Physics

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The discussion revolves around finding momentum in a physics context, specifically when only mass and height are provided. Participants explore the relationship between momentum, potential energy, and kinetic energy.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants question how to derive momentum from mass and height, with some suggesting a potential connection to energy concepts. Others express uncertainty about the relationship between momentum and energy, and whether additional context is needed for the problem.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with various interpretations being explored. Some participants have offered insights into the potential relationship between momentum and energy, while others are seeking clarification on the problem setup.

Contextual Notes

There is mention of a possible trick in the problem, and some participants note the lack of detail in the original post, indicating that further clarification may be necessary for a productive discussion.

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Help with "Simple" High School Physics

Hey, does anyone know how to find the momentum when you only have mass and height?
 
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How does potential energy relate to kinetic energy?
 
I think it's a trick. Is momentum proportional to energy?
 
I have a problem on a physics assignment to find momentum and all I'm given is the mass and a height. Once I come up with a formula for that I should be able to find the rest. Any ideas?
 
p=mv.. so if its not moving then momentum is zero. there has to be some context like maybe the final momentum when a mass is dropped from a height? or something...
 
ok this post wasnt really detailed but thx...ive put up a new one though..."Finding momentum with height and mass" that has the problem and all
 

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