Mass, acceleration and velocity

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The discussion centers on the interconnections between force, momentum, angular momentum, kinetic energy, potential energy, mass, acceleration, and velocity. Key definitions include momentum as the product of mass and velocity, and kinetic energy as energy due to motion. The participant seeks clarity on how these concepts relate, particularly how mass influences kinetic energy and the implications of changes in mass on these physical quantities. The conversation highlights a need for resources that elucidate these relationships in a coherent manner.

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  • Understanding of Newton's Laws of Motion
  • Basic knowledge of physics concepts such as energy and momentum
  • Familiarity with the definitions of mass, acceleration, and velocity
  • Concept of potential energy in physical systems
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  • Investigate potential energy in gravitational fields and its relation to height and mass
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Describe how force, momentum, Angular momentum, kinetic and potential energy are linked with respect to mass, acceleration and velocity
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Good Evening All,

I have an assignment i am struggling with really hope you can help.

The question reads Describe how force, momentum, Angular momentum, kinetic and potential energy are linked with respect to mass, acceleration and velocity

I know the following
Force – the push or pull upon an object
Momentum – IS the product of the mass of a particle and its velocity
Angular Momentum – Is the amount of rotation of a body which is the product of inertia and its angular velocity
Kinetic Energy - Is a type of energy that an object or particle has by reason of its motion
Potential Energy - Stored energy that depends upon the relative position of various parts of a system

Mass – Is the fundamental property of all matter
Acceleration- Is the rate at which velocity changes with time, in terms of both speed and direction
Velocity - is the rate at which an object changes its position

But i have no idea how they are all linked i am struggling to find any resources clearly explaining it.
 
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rcetinkaya said:
Kinetic Energy - Is a type of energy that an object or particle has by reason of its motion
How does mass affect the object's kinetic energy? What would, say, doubling the mass have on its kinetic energy?
 
rcetinkaya said:
Momentum – IS the product of the mass of a particle and its velocity

But i have no idea how they are all linked i am struggling to find any resources clearly explaining it.
That's the answer for momentum! Yes?

What about the others? Potential energy is a strange one, I think.
 
PeroK said:
Potential energy is a strange one, I think.
Gradient?
 

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